Engineering Manager - Instrumentation & Controls

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Job Description

This position manages the engineering group responsible for performing engineering, analysis, design, and development of instrumentation and controls (I&C) within the plant or within other technologies across all projects and programs. This includes, but is not limited to, directing the work of engineers on the team, supporting the organizational needs of the I&C design, communication system design, radiation monitoring, operator interface design and integration with the cyber monitoring system and plant access control systems.

Job Profile Tasks/Responsibilities:

- Manage the execution of the I&C design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program / project requirements.

- Assigns engineering resources across projects and ensures qualified staff are performing the work. Manage design cycle planning and provide direction to align the efforts of engineering team members, partners, and suppliers to ensure the successful delivery of high- quality engineering work products are on schedule and within budget as defined by the Project leadership.

- Manages I&C engineering staff by ensuring staff are meeting expectations and promoting staff professional development.

- Influences the development of strategy, methodology and technical tools for the area of responsibility, including control of resources and policy formulation.

- Reviews internal business problems and recommends practical improvements to products, processes, tools, and services.

- Uses judgement to make decisions and handle simple to medium level tasks or problems in areas of operations, product management, technology, or I&C engineering.

- Evaluates the quality of information provided by stakeholders and prompts clarification through targeted, relevant questions. Identifies solutions to engineering problems and provides practical recommendations. Collaborate with engineering teams on new reactor system designs.

- Ensure team compliance with design-control procedures, oversee complete and accurate documentation, coordinate internal and external design reviews, and maintain the integrity of product-configuration data.

- Manage relationships with external engineering vendors and contractors, including oversight of deliverables, performance, and contract compliance.

- Support contract development and technical evaluation for outsourced I&C work scopes.

- Develop and execute staffing plans to support current and future project needs, including forecasting, hiring, onboarding, and resource allocation.

- Balance internal and external engineering resources to optimize project execution and technical quality.

- Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.

- Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Job Profile Minimum Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electronic engineering, or electrical computer engineering, or related discipline from an accredited university or college.

- Typically, ten plus years of professional experience in engineering after completion of undergraduate study. Graduate degrees typically count as two plus years of experience.

- Experience estimating time and resources needed to execute engineering activities.

- Requires specialized knowledge within the function of I&C design engineering.

- Experience managing external vendors or engineering contractors, including evaluating technical performance and ensuring contractual obligations are met.

- Demonstrated ability to develop staffing plans, manage team capacity, and support recruiting or onboarding of technical personnel.

Location: 151 Lafayette Drive, Oak Ridge, TN 37830

Travel Expectations: up to 10% as needed

Hours: Standard office schedule are 8:00am-5:00pm ET, Mon-Fri

Compensation

As required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g. education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.). Individual candidates who meet the job requirements for the posted position will be offered a salary within this range based on their respective levels of education/training, experience, and other qualifications unique to them. Salary ranges may vary based on the specific office location and region referenced in the posting to take into consideration differences in cost of living and may not be reflective of all regions. Please note that compensation ranges listed for US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives.

A reasonable estimate for this position at the level of experience required is:

$153,975- $256,625

Position Job Classification

Full time - Exempt

Benefits

X Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with an employer match, Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports the continuing education of our employees.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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