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Energy Risk Manager Jobs in Oak Ridge, TN (NOW HIRING)

Contracts Manager

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$79K - $106K/yr

  • Retirement

... energy system. Our FusionDirect development program pursues the lowest-risk, shortest-schedule path to a fusion power plant over the coming decade, using a partner-intensive and capital-efficient ...

Contracts Manager

Knoxville, TN · Hybrid

$79K - $106K/yr

  • Retirement

... energy system. Our FusionDirect development program pursues the lowest-risk, shortest-schedule path to a fusion power plant over the coming decade, using a partner-intensive and capital-efficient ...

Project Manager

Oak Ridge, TN · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Develop and maintain project management plans, schedules, budgets, resource plans, and risk ... energy, government, nuclear, or infrastructure projects. * Demonstrated experience managing project ...

Quality Engineer

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$68K - $88K/yr

  • Retirement

Coordinate quality planning with engineering technical lead and project manager to ensure system ... fusion energy system. Our FusionDirect development program pursues the lowest-risk, shortest ...

EH&S Manager

Oak Ridge, TN

$79K - $107K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT's technology is driving advances in medical ... Leads hazard identification activities including job hazard analyses, process hazard reviews, risk ...

EH&S Manager

Oak Ridge, TN · On-site

$79K - $107K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT's technology is driving advances in medical ... Leads hazard identification activities including job hazard analyses, process hazard reviews, risk ...

EH&S Manager

Oak Ridge, TN · On-site

$79K - $107K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT's technology is driving advances in medical ... Leads hazard identification activities including job hazard analyses, process hazard reviews, risk ...

... energy system. Its FusionDirect development program pursues the lowest-risk, shortest-schedule path to a fusion power plant over the coming decade, using a partner-intensive and capital-efficient ...

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How much do energy risk manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for energy risk manager in Oak Ridge, TN is $96,785.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,100.00 and $111,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Energy Risk Manager vs Energy Analyst?

AspectEnergy Risk ManagerEnergy Analyst
CredentialsCertifications like FRM, energy-specific risk certificationsOften holds degrees in finance, economics, or energy studies
Work EnvironmentFocus on risk assessment, trading desks, financial modelingData analysis, market research, reporting
Employer & Industry UsageFinancial institutions, energy companies, trading firmsEnergy companies, consulting firms, market research

While both roles involve understanding energy markets, the Energy Risk Manager primarily focuses on identifying and mitigating financial risks related to energy trading and investments. The Energy Analyst conducts market research and data analysis to inform decision-making. The Risk Manager's role is more strategic and risk-focused, whereas the Analyst provides supporting insights.

Infographic showing various Energy Risk Manager job openings in Oak Ridge, TN as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,785 per year, or $46.5 per hour.

Contracts Manager

ORAU

Knoxville, TN • On-site

$79K - $106K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 19 days ago


Job description

Overview
ORAU is searching on behalf of Type One Energy for a permanent, full-time Contracts Manager in Knoxville, TN.
Location: Knoxville, TN
Salary: Highly Competitive Plus Benefits
Role: Permanent, full time
Reporting to: Sr. Director Supply Chain
About Type One Energy
Type One Energy Group is mission-driven to provide sustainable, affordable fusion power to the world. Established in 2019 and venture-backed in 2023, the company is led by a team of globally recognized fusion scientists with a strong track record of building state-of-the-art stellarator fusion machines, together with veteran business leaders experienced in scaling companies and commercializing energy technologies.
If you are searching for the best new ideas and share our vision, join us as a Contracts Manager.
Type One Energy offers:
In addition to a basic salary and yearly bonus, you will also get...
  • A hybrid work policy
  • Stock options
  • Relocation allowance
  • Insurance plans
  • Retirement options
  • And many more great voluntary benefits

Type One Energy applies proven advanced manufacturing methods, modern computational physics and high-field superconducting magnets to develop its optimized stellarator fusion energy system. Our FusionDirect development program pursues the lowest-risk, shortest-schedule path to a fusion power plant over the coming decade, using a partner-intensive and capital-efficient strategy.
Type One Energy is committed to community engagement in the development and deployment of its clean energy technology. For more information, visit www.typeoneenergy.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
Responsibilities
Your role in the mission:
As a Contracts Manager for Type One Energy you will play a crucial role in managing the contractual aspects of mission to provide sustainable, affordable fusion power to the world.
You will support the Senior Contracts Manager in the development, negotiation and implementation of a wide range of contracts and agreements, as well as collaborating with Senior Leadership, Engineers, and legal teams to develop and manage the execution of comprehensive contract documents. You will:
  • Manage and track a pipeline of non-disclosure agreements, commercial agreements, purchase orders, collaborative agreements, and supporting documentation.
  • Management of existing and emerging agreements with collaborators, suppliers, universities and other entities
  • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts related to our project deliverables, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Support commercial agreements review negotiation.
  • Identify and assess potential terms and conditions and contractual risks, providing recommendations for risk mitigation strategies.
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, fostering a collaborative and mutually beneficial environment.
  • Oversee the development and implementation of a contract review process to ensure approvals consistent with business processes (i.e. delegation of authority).
  • Along with Sr. Contract Manager, act as primary interface with legal advisors to ensure contracts are legally sound.
  • Act as a point of contact for dispute resolution, working closely with legal counsel and relevant teams to address any contractual disputes in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Implement processes to track and report on compliance metrics, taking corrective actions when necessary.

Qualifications
What you'll need:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Law, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in contract management within engineering or a project delivery environment.
  • In-depth knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements within the science or engineering fields.
  • Experience of mitigating contractual risk.
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Familiarity with project management principles and practices.

Desirable:
  • SME / experience with US DOE contracting practices and procedures.
  • Knowledgeable of global energy markets.
  • Experience of working in start-up environments.
  • International experience.

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About ORAU

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Industry

Public administration

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Oak Ridge, TN, US

Year founded

1946