Construction Project Engineer (Electrical, I &C)

About the role

X-energy LLC conducts a thorough recruiting process and will never issue offers without interview to discuss qualifications and responsibilities. All applications will be submitted via our company career page, We will never ask you to provide payment information as part of the recruiting process.

About the role

Lead Complex Nuclear Facility Construction

TRISO-X is a first-of-its-kind nuclear fuel fabrication facility which will be manufacturing TRISO coated-particle fuel. The Construction Project Engineer III is a technical leader responsible for executing the full lifecycle of nuclear facility construction projects-translating design intent into built reality while ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance at every stage.

This role will bridge the gap between Electrical / I&C design and physical construction, working with project managers, multidisciplinary teams, superintendents, schedules, budgets, and compliance with strict regulatory safety standards. The position requires expertise in heavy industrial electrical distribution systems, instrumentation installation, control system integration, and related plant systems.

This is a high-impact technical position requiring both strategic project thinking and deep hands-on expertise in nuclear or heavy industrial construction environments.

Job Profile Tasks/Responsibilities

• Engineering Coordination: Interpret design drawings and specifications, translating engineering deliverables into actionable Construction Work Packages (CWPs) for field personnel.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure all field activities strictly adhere to Health, Safety, and Environmental (HS&E) guidelines, regulatory codes, and quality assurance plans.
• Material & Quantity Control: Oversee the receipt, inspection, and storage of field-procured materials. Track weekly construction quantities and validate progress against the project budget.
• Issue Resolution: Manage non-conformance reports (NCRs) and field changes, performing trend analyses to mitigate risks that could impact schedules or costs.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as the technical liaison between superintendents, external design consultants, project controls, and the client.
• System Turnover: Coordinate with the Startup team to smoothly transition completed systems from construction into operational handover.
• Assist with growing and developing junior team members.
• Additional tasks as delegated by the Project Manager / Director.
• Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Job Profile Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Construction Engineering, Civil, Mechanical, Nuclear, or Chemical Engineering.
• Experience: Typically, 5+ years of experience in heavy construction or nuclear engineering for a Level III and 10+ years for a Level IV.
• Industry Knowledge: Deep familiarity with nuclear facility requirements beneficial, Department of Energy (DOE) orders, the Nuclear Regulatory Committee (NRC), or commercial nuclear standards.
• Skills: Strong communication, risk management, and the ability to interpret complex engineering plans and specifications.
• Ability to travel and relocate as needed.
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative.
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity.
• Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with P6 or equivalent schedule software preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD or equivalent cad software preferred.
• Strong proficiency in use of MS suite.
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet physical demands.
• When working on an active construction site, may work in rough or uneven terrain.
• Frequent walking, standing, and sitting.
• Occasional climbing, bending / crouching.
• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Location: Oak Ridge, TN
• Work Site Expectations: 5 days a week onsite
• Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm, Mon-Fri

Compensation

As required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g. education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.).

Individual candidates who meet the job requirements for the posted position will be offered a salary within this range based on their respective levels of education/training, experience, and other qualifications unique to them. Salary ranges may vary based on the specific office location and region referenced in the posting to take into consideration differences in cost of living and may not be reflective of all regions.

Please note that compensation ranges listed for US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives.

Offers within the posted salary range are commensurate with the individual's qualifications for the position, along with a view on internal equity, market data, and room for growth. The salary range for this position is:

• Level III: $131,250 to $149,625 Level IV: $139,125 to $162,750
• Position Job Classification
• Full time - Exempt

Benefits

X Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with an employer match, Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports the continuing education of our employees.