Plant Project Engineer IV

• Support the execution of the designing and developing plant mechanical systems and components using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements.
• Supports the management of engineering resources across multiple projects and ensures qualified engineers are performing assigned work.
• Lead project design cycle sprints and provide direction to ensure the convergence of efforts of engineering team members, partners, and suppliers in delivering high-quality engineering work products on schedule and within budget as defined by the Project leadership.
• Tracks deliverables according to progress and schedule while ensuring such deliverables are completed with quality and on time. Determines the appropriate resource to produce the deliverable.
• May manage engineering staff by ensuring they meet expectations and promoting their professional development.
• Supports the Business Development workgroup, providing technical resources when needed and engaging with potential future clients to promote marketing of X-energy products and/or technologies.
• Supports the development of strategy, methodology and technical tools for their area of responsibility, including control of resources and policy formulation.
• Assesses internal and external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes, tools, or services.
• Uses judgement to support making decisions and handling complex tasks or problems in areas of operations, product management, technology, or engineering.
• Assesses quality of information given and asks pertinent questions to stakeholders.
• Offers new solutions to problems outside of set parameters and proactively constructs and provides recommendations.
• Performs work in accordance with design control procedures, ensuring thorough documentation of work, facilitation of internal and external design reviews, and control of product design configuration data.
• Maintains professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.
• Performs other duties as assigned by manager.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or systems engineering or related discipline from an accredited university or college.
• Typically, 10+ years of engineering experience
• Requires specialized knowledge within the function of mechanical engineering or systems engineering, related to system requirements, system physical architecture, integrated system design, technical data management, and technical risk management.
• Experience as a consultant in an EPC environment designing integrated mechanical systems for major power plant projects.
• Experience working directly in or with the nuclear industry; in particular, working in or with existing light water reactor (LWR) fleet plants and/or developing mechanical system design for use with advanced reactor / SMR technology.
• Experience developing and leading the development of full integrated mechanical system design for major power plant projects, from initial concept to releasing design for construction.
• Experience managing the technical portion of equipment and material procurement contracts (specification, bid, bid evaluation, selection, and contractor management through delivery)
• Experience supporting construction of power plants or other heavy industry facilities, including direct field experience or office support of construction activities.
• Location: 9801 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD Work Site Expectations: 5 days in office Travel Expectations: Up to 10% Hours: Standard office hours are 8:00am - 5:00pm ET, Monday – Friday

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.