Learning Development Program Manager Jobs in Tennessee

Join us in our mission to commercialize fusion 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 Learning, Development and Inclusion Manager . This is what you need to know:

Location: Knoxville, TN

Salary: Highly Competitive Plus Benefits

Contract: Permanent, full time

Reporting to: Chief People Officer

The Learning, Development and Inclusion Manager is responsible for developing and executing the organization's learning and development programs while leading initiatives that foster a culture of belonging, inclusion, equity, and respect. This role partners with leaders across the organization to build employee capabilities, strengthen leadership effectiveness, and support business growth through strategic learning programs and DEIA initiatives.

The position ensures learning and inclusion efforts are aligned with organizational goals, reinforce company values, and contribute to an engaging, high-performing workplace.

• Develop and implement the organization's learning and development programs aligned with business objectives.
• Deliver training programs to support leadership development, professional skills, compliance, and technical training programs using both internal development and external partnerships.
• Partner with leaders and HR to create development plans for employees and teams.
• Manage the Learning Management System (LMS), learning content, and external training vendors.
• Support career development and inclusion through all career stages including onboarding, career development, succession planning, and talent initiatives.
• Track learning metrics, evaluate program effectiveness, and recommend continuous improvements.
• Manage the learning and development budget and ensure efficient use of resources.

• Develop and coordinate programs that promote an inclusive, respectful and collaborative workplace culture.
• Partner with leadership and employees resource groups to support DEIA initiatives and employee engagement.
• Partner with HR to support the development and implementation of equitable talent practices.
• Coordinate awareness events, educational programs, and communications that support organizational values and belonging.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Instructional Design, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in learning and development, talent development, or organizational development.
• Experience designing and facilitating instructor-led, virtual, and e-learning programs.
• Strong project management, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and learning analytics.

In addition to a basic salary and yearly bonus, you will also get…

• A hybrid work policy
• Stock options
• Relocation assistance
• 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.

This position may require access to technology, technical data, software, or other information that is subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon the Company’s ability to comply with applicable U.S. Export Control Laws, including obtaining any required government authorizations.

Type One Energy is a Global, U.S.-based company that develops and utilizes technologies subject to U.S. export control and trade compliance regulations. Certain positions may require access to controlled technologies, technical data, software, or other information regulated by U.S. Export Control Laws.

For positions involving access to export-controlled technology or information, the Company may be required to determine whether any government authorization or license is needed before such access can be provided. Any offer of employment for such positions may be contingent upon the Company’s ability to comply with applicable U.S. Export Control Laws and obtain any required government authorizations.

For positions based in the United States, Type One Energy participates in E-Verify and verifies the identity and employment authorization of newly hired employees in accordance with applicable federal law. Employees hired to work in the United States will be required to complete the Form I-9 employment eligibility verification process upon hire.

Type One Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Type One Energy collects personal information from applicants for recruitment, hiring, and related business purposes. We process applicant information in accordance with applicable privacy and data protection laws and take reasonable measures to protect the confidentiality and security of personal information. By applying for a position, you acknowledge that your personal information may be collected, used, stored, transferred, and disclosed as necessary to evaluate your candidacy, conduct pre-employment screenings where permitted by law, and comply with legal and regulatory requirements.