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# Vice President of Nuclear Engineering in , United States

- **Company:** Energy Jobline
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Configuration Management
- **Published:** August 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.energyjobline.com/job/vice-president-nuclear-engineering-united-states-31159368

## About the Role

Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering or a related technical discipline (Master's or Ph.D. ).
10+ years of engineering leadership experience within the nuclear industry.
Demonstrated experience developing and delivering First-of-a-Kind (FOAK) nuclear technologies.
Strong background in advanced reactor design, nuclear systems engineering, and product development.
Experience building and leading multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Proven ability to lead complex engineering programs from concept through commercialization.
Experience:
Experience with advanced reactor technologies, including SMRs, microreactors, IV reactors, molten salt, sodium-cooled, or high-temperature gas reactors.
Experience supporting NRC licensing and regulatory engagement.
Familiarity with reactor physics, thermal hydraulics, safety analysis, systems engineering, and configuration management.

## Description

An innovative advanced nuclear technology company is seeking a Vice President of Nuclear Engineering to lead the design, development, and execution of its next- reactor programs. This is a key leadership role responsible for building a high-performing engineering organization and driving the successful delivery of First-of-a-Kind (FOAK) nuclear technologies from concept through demonstration and commercialization.
The VP of Nuclear Engineering will work closely with executive leadership to define technical strategy, oversee engineering execution, and ensure the company meets critical technical, regulatory, and commercialization milestones., Lead the company's nuclear engineering organization, providing technical leadership across reactor design, systems engineering, and product development.
Drive the execution of First-of-a-Kind (FOAK) reactor programs from conceptual design through testing, deployment, and commercialization.
Build, mentor, and scale multidisciplinary engineering teams across reactor physics, thermal hydraulics, systems, mechanical, and nuclear engineering.
Establish engineering processes, design reviews, and technical governance to support rapid growth.
Partner with Licensing, Manufacturing, Operations, and Program Management to deliver projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.
Foster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.


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