Position Overview:As the Operations and Testing Lead for Project Pele, you will serve as BWXT's primary on-site representative at the Idaho National Laboratory (INL), acting as the central liaison between design, manufacturing, assembly, and testing teams. In this role, you will coordinate all reactor plant integration efforts related to fueling, operational readiness, and test facility execution. You will ensure seamless communication across BWXT and INL stakeholders, provide technical and operational leadership throughout each phase of the project, and help drive the successful deployment and testing of the reactor system.
Location:On-site at Idaho National Lab in Idaho Falls, ID
Your Day to Day as an Operations and Testing Lead, Project Pele:- Work closely with INL stakeholders on all aspects of Project Pele including:
- Preparation of safety analysis and licensing efforts
- Site layout and construction
- Facility interfaces
- Preparations and facility preparation for fueling
- Test program development
- Operations and Test procedure development
- Perform duties as one of the BWXT testing and operations representatives during fueling, plant assembly, plant startup, and operations/testing.
- Work alongside INL stakeholders daily and communicate regularly with BWXT project personnel.
- Build and foster relationships with INL stakeholders to help maintain the project on schedule and on budget.
- Communicate design, manufacturing, and testing issues promptly to support effective technical coordination and ensure seamless integration across BWXT and INL shared scopes.
Required Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Nuclear, Electrical, or a related discipline).
- At least seven (7) years of professional experience in an engineering-related field.
- Demonstrated experience working within disciplined operational environments.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively across multiple internal organizations. - Comfortable serving as the on-site leadership representative and primary voice of the organization.
- Experience developing and reviewing basis of estimates for porposals.
- Highly self-motivated, proactive, and able to operate effectively with minimal direction.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Capable of independently managing workload and priorities with limited day-to-day supervision.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) or Department of Defense (DOD) security clearance, whichever is required.
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience with reactor plant systems operations and testing.
- Experience with assembly, integration, commissioning, and testing of new construction reactor plant systems.
- Experience with reactor plant startup testing including initial criticality.
- Experience with DOE licensing and readiness procedure structure (DOE NE O 420.1C, DOE-STD-1271).
- Active DOD or DOE security clearance.
What We Offer:- Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
- Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
- Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
- An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
- The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
- Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!
Pay: $99,410.00 - $157,000.00
The base salary range for this position in Virginia (US-VA) at the start of employment is expected to be between $99,410.00 and $157,000.00 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,' unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.
