Engineering Technical Director Fuel
Job Summary
The Engineering Technical Director will lead engineering analysis projects supporting Boiling Water Reactor (BWR) fuel, safety, and services. This role acts as a primary liaison between engineering teams, product line leaders, and customers to drive rapid problem-solving and project execution. The position also focuses on digital transformation and the development of AI-ready, future-focused engineering systems.
Responsibilities
- Lead engineering analysis projects for BWR fuel and services
- Oversee project schedule, budget, and resource planning
- Drive digital transformation and AI-ready engineering solutions
- Provide technical mentoring and knowledge management
- Interface with stakeholders for licensing and operational support
Required Skills
- Nuclear engineering/BWR systems knowledge
- Project management and delivery experience
- Thermal-hydraulic analysis
- Technical leadership and stakeholder influence
- Data analysis and risk management
Job Details
Key Responsibilities
- Model INPO 26-01 Attributes for Effective Nuclear Supplier Performance and Utility Partnership.
- Promote a strong nuclear safety culture, prioritizing quality and safety over delivery.
- Interface effectively with all levels of engineering, product line leadership, and project management organizations.
- Lead engineering analysis projects on a production-oriented team.
- Provide day-to-day oversight of development and delivery activities, including schedule maintenance and execution support for modernized engineering services systems.
- Partner with Technical Leaders and Controlled Title Holders to execute solutions supporting the design, licensing, operation, and monitoring of customer fuel cycles.
- Develop adaptable, future-ready solutions supporting digital engineering needs.
- Provide technical mentoring and facilitate knowledge sharing to support staff development.
- Manage project aspects including scope, schedule, budget, risk, quality, and resource planning.
- Lead project teams with strategic oversight to ensure delivery within schedule and cost constraints.
- Identify, assess, and manage project risks, implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
- Monitor project performance, track KPIs, and report progress to stakeholders.
- Develop specialized knowledge in nuclear energy and remain current on technical developments.
- Use technical expertise and data analysis to support project decisions and recommendations.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline from an accredited university or college; OR 4 years of hands-on experience in the nuclear industry (e.g., Senior Reactor Operator or Navy Nuclear).
- Minimum of 8 years of engineering experience with 5 years in the nuclear industry and/or project delivery experience.
Desired Qualifications
- Master's degree in engineering or Senior Reactor Operator certification.
- Graduate of a GE Vernova technical or leadership program.
- Experience with BWR core simulation and thermal-hydraulic systems codes.
- Experience with BWR containment, Fire Safe Shutdown, Annulus Pressurization Loads, and other safety analyses.
- Knowledge of BWR systems and methods of evaluating integrated plant response.
- Knowledge of core nuclear engineering principles (nuclear physics, thermal hydraulics, mechanical design).
- Experience with standard engineering work planning and design process techniques.
- Demonstrated supervision or oversight of contractors in projects.
- Proven track record managing complex projects.
- Strong problem-solving skills and sound decision-making in complex situations.