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Vice President, Engineering

The Nuclear Company
Location
Columbia, SC
Posted
23 days ago
Department
Nuclear Engineering
Salary
$250,000 - $278,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 20+ years of engineering and leadership experience in the nuclear power industry or similarly complex regulated infrastructure
  • Significant experience with commercial nuclear power plants and/or nuclear new-build projects
  • Demonstrated leadership across multiple phases of the nuclear lifecycle including engineering, construction, commissioning, and operations
  • Deep understanding of nuclear plant systems, engineering programs, configuration management, design control, and industry standards
  • Strong working knowledge of the interfaces between engineering, licensing, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operations
  • Experience leading large multidisciplinary engineering teams and external engineering organizations
Nice to have
  • Advanced degree and/or Professional Engineer license
  • Experience managing architect-engineers, OEMs, EPC organizations, utilities, and major suppliers
  • Proven ability to develop people, build organizations, establish processes, and create accountability in rapidly growing environments
  • Strong understanding of the lessons learned from recent U.S. and international nuclear construction programs
What the job really is

The Vice President of Engineering at The Nuclear Company will lead the engineering organization responsible for developing and executing nuclear power plants. This role involves building a high-performing team, overseeing the full project lifecycle from design to operations, and ensuring engineering decisions align with safety and efficiency. The VP will also integrate various stakeholders and establish processes to support a fleet-build strategy, while maintaining a commitment to quality and regulatory compliance.

Benefits
  • Competitive compensation packages
  • 401k with company match
  • Medical, dental, vision plans
  • Generous vacation policy, plus holidays
Things to weigh
  • Role involves significant leadership responsibilities in a rapidly growing startup environment
  • Focus on integrating AI and technology into engineering processes
  • No specific mention of remote work options or flexibility
  • Salary range provided, but actual salary may vary based on various factors
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