Senior Mechanical Engineering Manager, Nuclear

Terrestrial Energy; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended healthcare

Vacation policy

EAP programs

Wellness subsidy

Annual performance review

Paid volunteer days

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Terrestrial Energy in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead the mechanical engineering group across multiple programs, ensure compliance with ASME and CSA standards, and drive high-performance teams. You will define standards, oversee design reviews, and coordinate with regulators and project managers to deliver innovative IMSR solutions.

The role requires a strong background in pressure vessel design, stress analysis, and thermal hydraulics, with proven

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline is required.
• Professional Engineering license or equivalent registration is required.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive engineering experience.
• Minimum 5 years in leadership overseeing multidisciplinary teams.
• Substantial experience in nuclear or other highly regulated sectors.
• Experience in matrix organizational structures and multi-project resource management.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering function across multiple programs and staff.
• Establish engineering standards, processes, and QA in line with codes and regulatory requirements.
• Plan workforce, recruitment, and retention to build organizational capability.
• Provide technical oversight to ensure quality and project alignment.
• Collaborate with project managers to allocate resources and balance workload.
• Conduct performance reviews and develop staff using competency frameworks.
• Serve as technical lead in design reviews and regulator engagements.
• Champion safety culture and adherence to QA protocols.

Skills

ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code

ASME B31.1/B31.3 piping codes

CSA nuclear standards

Engineering analysis tools

CAD systems

Stress analysis

Thermal hydraulics

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related engineering discipline

Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) license or equivalent professional registration

Tools

FEA/CFD software

CAD software

Job description

Terrestrial Energy in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead the mechanical engineering group across multiple programs, ensure compliance with ASME and CSA standards, and drive high-performance teams. You will define standards, oversee design reviews, and coordinate with regulators and project managers to deliver innovative IMSR solutions.

The role requires a strong background in pressure vessel design, stress analysis, and thermal hydraulics, with proven