Project Engineering Manager, Plant Integration - X-Energy, LLC

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Job Description
X-energy is seeking professionals to join our team in the role of Project Engineering Manager, Plant Integration. This role is responsible for the design of integrated plant systems including plant control and data acquisition, first of a kind instrumentation, physical and cyber security, and plant communications, as well as coordination of the overall plant site layout. This role is responsible for the planning, budget, schedule, and execution of small to medium-scale projects with a budget of -$5 million - $25 million, which support the achievement of the large-scale project and/or high-level program deliverables. Work is at the strategic and tactical levels to understand customer/client needs, ensure clarity compliance on contractual and technical requirements, communicate projects needs and responsibilities to both external subcontracted vendor organizations and/or internal matrixed teams, and ensure project execution is consistent with the program plan and requirements. This includes leading evaluation/resolution of implementation strategies, identifying opportunities for process improvement, and managing/directing the execution of external subcontracted teams and internal matrixed teams. This role interfaces with various teams, including project controls, engineering, licensing, supply chain, quality, safety, manufacturing, testing, operations, and/or construction functions.

Job Profile Tasks/Responsibilities

• Manage the development of the project baseline documentation (project budget, schedule, project execution plan, deliverables/CDRLs, other contractually defined elements); ensure the project management plan, risk management plan, and other governing documentation is consistent with business and corporate processes and policies.
• Coordinate inputs and performance commitments from the matrixed departments that support project execution (Finance, Subcontracts/Procurement, Engineering, Licensing, Quality/Safety, etc.). This includes activity/delivery schedules, cost estimates, subcontracting requirements, quality requirements, regulatory requirements, deliverable definition, etc.
• Coordinate across other related/dependent projects where common customers, designs, and/or documentation exist.
• Review and approve business analyses and determination of "make/buy" and subcontracting decisions. Engage in subcontract negotiations/execution as necessary to ensure contract requirements are adhered to.
• Make decisions on how and whether recommended technical and programmatic approaches will achieve contract goals and requirements in line with project governance.
• Manage performance of subcontractors, partners, and internal solid-line and matrixed staff through interim reports, status meetings, documentation, design reviews, and deliverables to ensure efforts are being completed as agreed to.
• Manage project performance measures - risk management, scheduling/program planning, document management, cost adherence/variance analysis/earned value, deliverables status, technical performance measures/specification adherence, other.
• Define deliverable acceptability; communicate this through process control, interface, and performance documentation (specifications); and determine acceptability of deliverables based on acceptance criteria.
• Make decisions on acceptability of deliverables, products/SSCs, and the system to achieve customer's performance, quality, safety, operational, and programmatic requirements in line with project governance.
• Actively supports the safety culture and ensure integration of quality in all relevant processes by complying with the requirements of the Quality Assurance Program.
• 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 engineering, science, or related field.
  • Typically, ten plus years' experience as an engineer and/or engineering manager in the energy/ nuclear/ petrochemical or high-technology hardware or software system development industry.
  • Experience in end-to-end complex system development, from concept to qualified hardware/system delivery. Development experience in nuclear-safety systems, nuclear construction, operations, and/or maintenance.
  • Experience as a technical lead, proposal manager, or pursuit lead.
  • Experience working under nuclear regulatory codes or another strict QA program (e.g., NQA-1, N299, ISO-9001).
  • Experience with one or more of the disciplines of plant instrumentation and control, cyber security, physical security, and/or communications systems is preferred.
  • Experience with plant information tools, such as SmartPlant, is preferred.
    
    Location: 530 Gaither Road, Rockville MD
    Work Site Expectations: 4-5 days in office
    
    Travel Expectations: up to 25% as project requires
    
    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:
    $170,000- $215,050
    
    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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