Senior Nuclear Engineering Manager

System One; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Spending accounts

Life insurance

Voluntary plans

401(k) plan

Job summary

System One is seeking a Senior Nuclear Engineering Manager in the Pittsburgh area to lead and deliver complex engineering and technical consulting projects in the nuclear power sector.

You will mentor engineers, oversee scope, schedules, budgets, and quality while coordinating with cross-functional teams across regions. This role emphasizes client engagement, business development, and adherence to regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 15+ years of progressive experience within the nuclear power industry.
• Experience in a consulting engineering environment.
• Strong knowledge of light water reactor technology and advanced reactor designs.
• Ability to lead teams, manage scope, budgets, schedules, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of engineering and technical projects in nuclear power.
• Manage studies and project assignments with client communications and budgets.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor junior engineers through design processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support multi-region delivery.
• Review and approve engineering calculations, reports, and deliverables for quality and compliance.
• Support business growth through client relationships and strategic initiatives.
• Lead proposal development including responses to RFPs, RFQs, EOIs, and similar opportunities.
• Foster a collaborative, safety-focused, client-centered work environment with best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client communication

Business development

Regulatory knowledge

Nuclear engineering

P&ID interpretation

Travel readiness

Team mentoring

Proposal development

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Senior Nuclear Engineering Manager
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Type: Direct Hire
Compensation:
Work Model: Hybrid – onsite and remote
Hours: 40.0

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of engineering and technical consulting projects within the nuclear power sector.
• Manage engineering studies and project assignments, including scope, schedules, budgets, client communication, and overall project performance.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor junior engineers throughout the nuclear engineering design process.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support project delivery across multiple regions as needed.
• Review, evaluate, and approve engineering calculations, reports, and other technical deliverables to ensure quality and compliance.
• Contribute to business growth by supporting strategic initiatives, identifying opportunities, and developing client relationships.
• Lead and coordinate proposal development activities, including responses to RFPs, RFQs, EOIs, and similar procurement opportunities.
• Foster a collaborative, safety-focused, and client-centered work environment while promoting organizational values and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 15+ years of progressive experience within the nuclear power industry.
• Previous experience in a consulting engineering environment.
• Strong knowledge of both light water reactor technology and advanced reactor designs.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams while managing project scope, budgets, schedules, and quality objectives.
• Working knowledge of nuclear industry codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Understanding of multidisciplinary engineering interfaces and project coordination.
• Ability to interpret and analyze engineering documentation, including P&IDs, PFDs, single-line diagrams (SLDs), plot plans, and related technical drawings.
• Proven success in business development, proposal preparation, and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Willingness to travel on occasion for client meetings and project support.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with clients, stakeholders, and project teams.
• Experience preparing technical reports and project documentation.
• Proven history of delivering engineering projects on schedule and within budget.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams and developing engineering professionals.
• Familiarity with engineering, procurement, construction (EPC), and related project delivery methodologies.

Desired Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of engineering principles and business practices related to complex technical projects.
• Ability to quickly adapt to new technologies, processes, and project challenges.
• Collaborative leadership style with exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communicator with excellent presentation, writing, and client-facing skills.
• Adaptable, proactive, and comfortable working in a dynamic, evolving environment.
• Committed to delivering high-quality solutions that address complex client needs.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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