Manager, Project Procurement Engineering

Manager, Project Procurement Engineering

The Nuclear Company is the fastest growing startup in the nuclear and energy space creating a never before seen fleet-scale approach to building nuclear reactors. Through its design-once, build-many approach and coalition building across communities, regulators, and financial stakeholders, The Nuclear Company is committed to delivering safe and reliable electricity at the lowest cost, while catalyzing the nuclear industry toward rapid development in America and globally.

About the Role

The Manager of Project Procurement Engineering plays a critical role at the intersection of engineering design, nuclear regulatory compliance, and supply chain execution. This role is responsible for ensuring that all procured equipment, materials, and systems meet technical specifications, quality requirements, and regulatory standards while enabling rapid, scalable deployment of nuclear infrastructure. As we accelerate toward building a fleet of advanced reactors, you'll lead the procurement engineering function to translate complex technical requirements into sourcing strategies that support delivery, safety, and cost goals.

Responsibilities

• Procurement Engineering Leadership : Lead the team responsible for technical evaluation of vendor proposals, specification reviews, and procurement package development.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Serve as a liaison between engineering, quality, supply chain, and project management teams to align design intent with vendor capabilities and delivery schedules.
• Technical Documentation & Review : Ensure all technical procurement documents (e.g., datasheets, specifications, ITPs, QA requirements) meet internal standards and industry regulations (e.g., ASME, NRC, IEEE).
• Supplier Interface & Oversight : Support vendor selection, design reviews, and technical clarification processes, including non-conformance resolution and design change management.
• Process & Risk Management : Improve procurement engineering processes to reduce rework, enhance traceability, and ensure nuclear-grade quality and documentation compliance.

Experience

Benefits

Estimated Starting Salary Range

The estimated starting salary range for this role is $150,000 - $173,000 annually less applicable withholdings and deductions, paid on a semi-monthly basis. The actual salary offered may vary based on relevant factors as determined in the Company's discretion, which may include experience, qualifications, tenure, skill set, availability of qualified candidates, geographic location, certifications held, and other criteria deemed pertinent to the particular role.

EEO Statement

The Nuclear Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an environment of inclusion in the workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, compensation, and termination.