Mechanical Engineering Manager Jobs in Oak Ridge, TN

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineering Manager - Remote. This remote position is based out of our Oak Ridge, TN office.

• AtkinsRealis US Nuclear is the subsidiary of AtkinsRealis focused on serving government and commercial clients within the Nuclear sector in the United States.

• We are focused on being recognized as a premier nuclear solutions company in the United States, delivering engineering, operations, and project management services.

• Serves both legacy and new build nuclear clients who are designing, building, upgrading, operating and maintaining nuclear power generation and fuel cycle assets.

• We are a growing business, building on the foundation of our US government fuel cycle business, our international position as an Original Equipment Manufactor (OEM) and nuclear reactor technology provider, and our world-wide nuclear new build and legacy nuclear fleet maintenance experience.

• Manages the design and development of mechanical systems for small modular reactor and nuclear fuel cycle facility projects.

• Leads and supervises a team of mechanical engineers designing systems, structures and components for major small modular reactor, fuel fabrication, and fuel recycling facilities.

• Manages staff performance.

• Receives general administrative direction.

• Executes independent decisions and resolves important questions concerning the design and development of the small modular reactor.

• Interfaces with senior technical managers, program managers, and all levels of management throughout the firm.

• Identifies staffing needs, deficiencies and opportunities for recruitment of required staff. Identifies, screens, recruits and orients qualified candidates to fill key vacancies.

• Communicates complex ideas, anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels, to adopt a different point of view.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering discipline.

• Minimum of fifteen years post-baccalaureate experience.

• Minimum of five years of experience managing individuals or teams.

• Strong communication skills in a challenging, multi-tiered environment.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Ability to foster and achieve goal alignment among participants with differing interests.

• Knowledge of key design standards and licensing requirements for commercial nuclear facilities required.

• Professional Engineering (PE) License desired, with ability to be licensed in multiple jurisdictions.

• Senior design professional on Commercial nuclear reactor projects.

• Nuclear Steam Supply System (NSSS) Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) experience.

• Must be a U.S. citizen in order to be considered.

At AtkinsRealis, our values-Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence-are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRealis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

We're AtkinsRealis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Expected compensation range is between $119,000 - $199,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

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