Xcimer Energy

Program Element Lead - Fusion Systems

Denver, CO · Senior · Part-time

Work authorization required$200k-$250kDetected 83 days ago

RESTStakeholder ManagementVendor ManagementProcurementMechanical DesignElectrical EngineeringResearchLeadershipCommunicationProblem Solving

About the role

Xcimer has assembled a team of leaders in tough tech, fusion science, and manufacturing with a track record of rapid execution.

Responsibilities

Oversee and accountable for the design, planning, and execution strategy of a large-scale, hundred million to billion-dollar class program, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
Lead fusion system architecture, including the chamber, blanket, and supporting systems from conceptualization and requirement definition to delivery and plant integration.
Direct procurement activities and vendor management for long-lead, critical-path fusion system components.
Manage the transition from conceptual design to detailed design, fabrication, construction, assembly, and commissioning.
Partner with safety, licensing, and regulatory teams to ensure compliance with applicable nuclear, environmental, and industrial safety frameworks.
Manage project budgets, resource allocation, and schedules, implementing proactive risk mitigation and reporting on performance metrics.
Collaborate with senior leadership and stakeholders, communicating program status,

Requirements

Proven track record of guiding large-scale technical teams through all phases of technical program delivery.
Experience maturing TRLs from concept through prototype.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated proficiency in one or more core engineering disciplines, such as Nuclear, Aerospace, Power or Mechanical.
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in a relevant engineering field.
Experience with design and construction of one of a kind prototype systems in a nuclear environment.
Familiarity with regulatory and compliance frameworks for high-value engineering projects and with NRC regulations.
Education: BS in physics, nuclear engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or related technical field.
Familiarity with power extraction systems in the context of power plant engineering and design.
Familiarity with safety basis development and nuclear safety design and construction frameworks.
Equal Employment Opportunity Xcimer Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Xcimer Energy hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Xcimer Energy will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information on "EEO Is the Law," please see here and here. Benefits Xcimer offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee health, well-being, and long-term success. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage
basic and supplemental life insurance

Skills

Xcimer Energy leverages decades of research on Inertial Fusion Energy (IFE) combined with groundbreaking new laser architecture.
Join us in powering a better world with inertial fusion!

Compensation

In addition, employees receive paid sick time, 13 company-paid holidays, and an annual paid company shutdown.

Benefits

Xcimer offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee health, well-being, and long-term success.
Eligible employees also receive equity, allowing them to share in the company's long-term success.
Xcimer operates under a flexible Paid Time Off (ATO) approach.
Rather than a fixed number of vacation days, employees are trusted to take the time they need to rest and recharge while meeting the expectations of their role and team.
are available to regular employees, including part-time and fixed-term roles, as well as interns, with eligibility varying by benefit.

Equal opportunity

Xcimer Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force.
Xcimer Energy hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities.
We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members.
We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law.

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