Strategic Engineering Process Improvement

Our client is seeking to contract with a highly motivated and experienced Contractor – Strategic Engineering Process Improvement Leader to help develop, communicate and align the strategic development and management of engineering processes for the Natrium Advanced Reactor Demonstration project.

This role will play a critical part in developing and implementing efficient processes, defining and tracking key performance metrics, and coordinating cross-functional efforts to meet departmental and enterprise goals.

This role will have the unique opportunity to contribute to the development of technology with a significant global impact, working at the forefront of nuclear innovation, and will collaborate with world-class engineers and business leaders to bring groundbreaking reactor designs and related products to market.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Support: Act as the primary advisor and operational partner to the Director, helping translate strategic goals into actionable plans for configuration management, systems engineering and other engineering processes.
• Process Development & Optimization: Identify, develop, and implement scalable processes that improve efficiency, standardization, and quality of outcomes across the organization.
• Metrics & Performance Management: Design and manage performance metrics and dashboards to monitor progress, drive accountability, and inform data-driven decision-making.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Interface with internal teams, external stakeholders, and senior leadership to align priorities, coordinate resources, and resolve issues, especially related to process and infrastructure.
• Influence & Communication: Represent the Director in instituting goals and vision in meetings and communications as needed; help to drive alignment across diverse teams.
• Engineering Process Program/Project Support: Support critical projects and initiatives, ensuring clear scope, timely execution, and measurable impact.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for innovation and operational excellence.
• Business Development Support: Role may involve interfacing with Business Development to support Engineering and Natrium Project initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 15-20+ years of progressive experience in operations, program management, or organizational leadership.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing processes, policies, and performance frameworks.
• Strong analytical skills and familiarity with metrics-driven management.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and lead through change.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in ambiguous and chaotic environments where companies are transitioning to complex configuration management and systems engineering processes.
• Experience in Nuclear, Aerospace, Oil and Gas or Other highly regulated industries.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience working in a matrixed or multi-stakeholder environment.
• PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or similar certifications a plus.