Project Engineer - Reactor Development

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, PTO, Holidays, Parental Leave, 401K

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES 

Our advanced nuclear technology client is developing reactor systems designed for applications including data centers, industrial operations, remote communities, and critical infrastructure. The team works in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment alongside experts in engineering, science, and innovation.

As a Project Engineer, you will coordinate all activities for the company’s reactor standard design. You will work independently, partner with the internal project team, the NRC, engineering firms, and construction firms, and keep the schedule moving through clear communication and sound technical discussion.

• Develop project plans covering scope, schedules, resources, and budgets
• Build the project schedule and identify resourcing needs to lead performance of the work
• Support and drive the project team to meet all project milestones
• Support technical discussions with the project team
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across engineering, procurement, quality assurance, and operations
• Facilitate communication among stakeholders and provide regular status updates to leadership
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, safety standards, and company policies
• Manage project documentation, reporting, and contractual deliverables
• Support continuous improvement of project execution processes

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field
• 5+ years of project management experience in the nuclear, energy, or manufacturing sectors
• Proven ability to manage complex, multidisciplinary projects from inception to completion
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools such as MS Project or Primavera
• Experience with construction or development projects
• Experience with budgeting, scheduling, and risk management
• PMP certification or equivalent is highly preferred

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