Operations Procedure Supervisor

TerraPower is a nuclear technology company based in Bellevue, Washington. At its core, the company is working to raise living standards globally through a more affordable, secure, and environmentally friendly form of nuclear energy along with innovations in medical isotopes to improve human health. In 2006, TerraPower originated with Bill Gates and a group of like-minded visionaries who evaluated the fundamental challenges to raising living standards around the world. They recognized energy access was crucial to the health and economic well-being of communities and decided that the private sector needed to take action and create energy sources that would advance global energy deployment. TerraPower’s mission is to be a world leader in new nuclear technologies, while developing innovators and future leaders in the nuclear field. As a result, the company’s activities in the fields of nuclear energy and related sciences are yielding significant innovations in the safety and economics of nuclear power, hybrid energy and medical applications – all for significant human health benefits.”

TerraPower is seeking to hire highly motivated and forward-thinking professionals who are interested in focusing on advanced nuclear reactor research and development and influencing change within the nuclear power landscape and bringing forward the critical production of medical isotopes.  TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. 

Operations Procedure Supervisor

The Operations Procedure Supervisor reports directly to the Program and Procedure Development Manager and will supervise the development and maintenance of the Kemmerer Power Station administrative, operating and maintenance (O&M) procedures and integration and use of the software management systems for the site. In this role, you will supervise a team creating and maintaining the programs, processes, and procedures necessary for the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the station. The successful candidate will supervise & develop top talent and coordinate with other departments, project partners, regulators, & outside organizations with inputs and expertise in the area of O&M procedure development and maintenance.  Primary location will be in Kemmerer, Wy but work will be remote until early 2026

Responsibilities

• Supervise the development of O&M processes, programs, and procedures for a new nuclear power plant, ensuring compliance with company standards, NRC regulations, INPO accreditation criteria, and other codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain the processes and standards for writing and revising NDP procedures.
• Use technology to develop new ways to better administer nuclear plant programs and processes.
• Support development, deployment, and integration of the software programs need to manage the site operation.
• Leverages the experience in other departments to ensure the timely completion of cross-discipline procedure reviews and database implementation.
• Supervise initiatives related to using smart procedures or other software-based support tools to develop electronic procedures.
• Ensures procedures are revised to maintain instructional and technical accuracy based on plant design changes, modifications to plant procedures, and changes in plant processes.
• Provide supervision through participation in company and industry procedure initiatives, benchmarking, assessments, and assistance.
• Supervise a process for providing regular training and mentoring to company personnel on the processes and standards associated with developing and revising NDP procedures.
• Engages with industry peers, 3rd party vendors, NEI, and other organizations to find innovative methods & technologies for developing and using plant operating procedures.
• Directly supervise procedure writers and program developers. This includes managing their performance, providing candid feedback, and assisting in their personal development
• Supervise the development of processes which ensue information gained from INPO Significant Operating Experience Reports, NRC Circulars, Bulletins, and Information Notices, plant design changes, plant procedure changes and revisions, new regulations, and procedure change requests are incorporated into the station’s procedures
• Participates in NRC, INPO and management audits, and prepares responses to audit findings. 
• Supervise a process which develops and maintains the procedure writers’ and program developers’ knowledge of plant design, plant operations, disciplinary skills and techniques, commensurate with the responsibility to develop effective, high-quality procedures.
• Ensures the collection and maintenance of auditable records and reports required to document procedure development and revisions.
• Maintains a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relations with customers, partners, suppliers, co-workers, and management.

Key Qualifications and Skills

• Associate’s degree or 10+ years of Nuclear Power Experience
• 2+ years of leadership experience at a commercial nuclear power plant
• 4+ years of commercial nuclear power plant experience in operations
• 4+ years of experience in procedure writing, not necessarily full time
• Wanting to get a RO or SRO license a plus
• Previous RO or SRO license not mandatory but a positive
• Experience in maintenance, chemistry, or radiological protection is a positive
• Experience supervising projects/initiatives which include many competing objectives and organizational constraints, with the ability to resolve conflicts between objectives. 
• Experience supervising diverse groups in the resolution of highly complex problems.
• Proven ability to supervise new processes, procedures, and/or programs in the pursuit of organizational excellence.
• Attention to detail and aspiration for excellence
• The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, able to communicate openly, and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork
• Adapts well to emergent changes due to changes in plant design, plant procedures, schedule changes, or other challenges associated with the design, construction, and commissioning of a new nuclear power plant.

This position is subject to qualification requirements in accordance with ANSI/ANS 3.1. Candidates must meet the minimum education and experience criteria applicable to the role, including relevant nuclear industry experience where required. Verification of data will be part of the hiring process.

Job Functions:

Job Functions are physical actions and/or working conditions associated with the position. These functions may also constitute essential functions for the job which the employee must be able to fulfill, with or without accommodation.  Information provided below is to help describe the job so that the applicant has a reasonable understanding of the job duties/expectations.  An applicant's ability to perform and/or tolerate these actions and conditions will be discussed and workplace accommodations may be made on a case-by-case basis following an individualized assessment of the applicant and other considerations, including but not limited to any governing safety standards.

• Motor Abilities: Sitting for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)
• Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds.
• Repetitive work: Prolonged
• Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work
• Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hours/day
• Travel required 0-10%

TerraPower’s technology is controlled for export by various agencies of the U.S. Government.  TerraPower must evaluate applicants who are foreign nationals (other than asylees, refugees, or lawful permanent residents) in accordance with U.S. Government export control requirements.  To facilitate TerraPower’s export control reviews, you will be asked as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or national, asylee, refugee, or lawful permanent resident of the United States.  Government export authorization approval times vary.  Based on the business needs for a particular position, TerraPower may not consider a foreign national from a country if it is impracticable to obtain timely Government export approval.

Job Details: 

Salary Range: $116,495 - 174,743 

*We typically place offers in the lower to middle portion of the range to maintain internal equity and allow room for growth. Any salary offered within the posted salary band is based on market data and commensurate with the selected individual’s qualifications experience.  This range is specific to the State of Wyoming.

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation
• Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments
• Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits
  •   Medical
  •   Vision
  • Dental
  • Life and Disability
  • Gender Affirmation Benefits
• Parental Leave
• 401k Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 21 days of annually accrued PTO
• Generous Holiday Schedule
  • 10 paid holidays
• Relocation Assistance
• Professional and Educational Support Opportunities

TerraPower Career and Benefits information:  https://www.terrapower.com/contact-us/careers/