Project Manager Robotics Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

As the need for nuclear energy grows, the future couldn’t be brighter. Join our vital mission to create lasting solutions for our planet’s greatest challenges. In this role, you are ready to shape the future of clean energy and make a long-lasting global impact. With us, anticipate engaging and challenging projects that deliver innovative solutions and value-added technologies helping power more than 38 million North American homes.

You will work with the Nondestructive Examinations (NDE) Engineering organization, which designs tooling and complex robotic systems to perform inspects of nuclear plants around the world! This role is a unique opportunity for someone who likes the idea of seeing lots of complex robotic systems get built and used every year and someone who is very self-motivated to lead teams and ensure the success of these engineering projects! The position will supervise a group of talented electrical design engineers developing, testing and qualifying innovative robotics, tooling, controls, and inspection technology. As a supervisor you will have the opportunity to lead all aspects of the development cycle, starting at the conceptual stage and continuing through detailed specification, design, testing and site implementation.  The position provides daily front-line supervision, leadership, and technical support. The scope of work typically includes planning and scheduling work, mentoring less experienced engineers, providing technical direction, performing technical reviews, supporting engineers with any necessary troubleshooting activities, ensuring high quality drawings and design documentation, ensuring adherence to project budgets, and leading staff performance appraisals. It is also essential to help maintain an effective, collaborative team spirit.

• Ensures effective performance of engineering assignments.  
• Plans and directs the timely execution of engineering activities, as assigned.  
• Ensures projects, initiatives, and processes comply with established policies, objectives and customer standards.  
• Ensures adherence to government, organization and customer engineering standards and procedures.  
• Monitors goals, objectives and standards of performance for assigned team members.  
• Works interactively with customers and clients to develop strong relationships.  
• Researches and assesses best practices, proposing methods and improvements.  
• Works on special projects, as directed.  Performs other related duties and tasks, as required. 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Dependent on the position, degrees in Physics, Engineering Technology and Engineering Science may also be accepted. 
• Minimum of 7 years of related experience. 
• Advanced knowledge of related engineering standards, techniques and criteria.  
• Excellent communication skills with ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, management and customers as required.
• Ability to develop and maintain good interpersonal relationships; work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Advanced problem identification and problem resolution skills.  
• Demonstrated leadership ability to manage multiple tasks and projects through subordinates.  
• Strong analytical ability and problem identification/problem resolution skills.  
• Advanced level of specific software tools and programming skills. 
• Experience in control system design, analog and digital control.
• Electronic circuit design utilizing ORCAD schematic capture (or similar)
• Experienced in troubleshooting hardware issues from system level to board level to component level
• Motion control experience.
• FPGA / VHDL programming experience.

Total Rewards Package         

• Salary: $115,000 - $156,000, and may also include annual incentives and performance bonuses. The base salary range is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.
• Health & Wellness: Multiple medical plan options, dental & vision coverage, life insurance, long- and short-term disability, and optional supplemental plans (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, dependent life).
• Retirement: 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid Time Off: Up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 sick days, and 13 paid holidays annually.
• Extra Perks: Lifestyle spending account, employer paid mental health support, education reimbursement, professional development opportunities, adoption assistance, parental leave, and employee assistance programs.

Framatome has been shaping the future of nuclear energy in the U.S. for more than 60 years. Framatome Inc. is headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, with more than 2,400+ employees across North America supporting nearly every nuclear plant in the nation.

From our facilities in Virginia, Washington, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and beyond, we deliver outage services, advanced nuclear fuel technologies, and next-gen reactor innovations that keep the lights on.

At Framatome, you will join a global team committed to creating reliable, carbon-free energy. Here, you can:

• Solve complex nuclear challenges that directly impact the climate.
• Build your career through technical fellowships, leadership roles, and global opportunities.
• Do your best work in a culture that values safety, innovation, and well-being.

Framatome is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Offers are contingent on background check and drug screen (where applicable). Positions may involve access to information subject to U.S. export control regulations; applicants must meet eligibility requirements (see DOE 810 Appendix A).