Sr Manager Design Engineering

Constellation; Cordova (IL); On-site; USD 183,600 - 204,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Bonus program

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Constellation, the leading private-sector power producer in the U.S., seeks an Engineering Manager for its Cordova location. This role involves oversight of engineering functions, ensuring high-quality engineering results, and managing personnel development.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, possess significant experience in power plants, particularly in nuclear settings, and have strong managerial skills. A competitive salary up to $204,000 is offered, along with a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related science or active/inactive Senior Reactor Operator license.
• 10 years overall experience including 4 years in a power plant.
• 1 year of nuclear power plant experience and 1 year of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage the engineering function with respect to station needs and regulatory requirements.
• Develop assigned engineering personnel regarding site objectives.
• Participate in business planning, budgeting, and performance review.

Skills

Engineering Management

Nuclear Power Plant Knowledge

Supervisory Experience

Regulatory Compliance

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related science

Professional Engineering registration (preferred)

Advanced technical degree or MBA (preferred)

Job description

Who We Are

As the largest private‑sector power producer in the world and the nation’s largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, enough to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.

Total Rewards

Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, a 401(k) with company match, an employee stock purchase program, comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, robust wellbeing programs, disability and life insurance benefits, paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days, and much more. Expected salary range of $183,600 to $204,000, varying based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).

Primary Purpose Of Position

Provide management of the engineering function and act as backup to the Site Engineering Director.

Primary Duties And Accountabilities

• Provide management of the engineering function with respect to station needs and regulatory requirements.
• Manage the performance and development of assigned engineering personnel relative to site and corporate objectives and focus on attaining high‑quality engineering results.
• Participate as a key manager in business planning, budgeting, and business performance review regarding site engineering; fulfill managerial responsibilities regarding assigned staff (e.g., employment, development, compensation, performance evaluation, etc.) and ensure consistent and effective workforce practices through assigned supervisors/functions.
• Directly and through subordinates, fulfill engineering and technical leadership accountability regarding short‑term and long‑term programs that impact site operations.
• Participate as a senior resource to nuclear‑wide programs and initiatives regarding standardized and enhanced engineering systems and processes.
• Perform all other job assignments and duties pursuant to company policy or as directed by management, including but not limited to emergency response duties and/or coverage, departmental duty coverage and/or call‑out, and positions outside of the department in support of outage activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Civil/Structural, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical or Nuclear) or related science OR active/inactive Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) license.
• 10 years of overall experience, including 4 years in a power plant, 1 year of nuclear power plant experience, and 1 year of supervisory or managerial experience.
• Active SRO license, inactive SRO license, SRO certification, or plant operational knowledge consistent with the requirements of the engineering manager’s job.
• Must meet additional requirements outlined in ANSI/ANS‑3.1‑2014 (4.3.8) Standard, "Selection, Qualification, and Training of Personnel for Nuclear Power Plants".
• Maintain minimum access or unescorted access requirements, as applicable, and favorable medical examination and/or testing in accordance with position duties.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineering registration.
• Advanced technical degree or MBA.