Zap Energy

Zap Energy

Manufacturing Team Lead - Fission

Everett, WA

Sponsorship not specified$140k-$210kDetected 25 days ago
Process ImprovementProcurementSolidWorksMechanical DesignAerospace EngineeringLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingWritingAdaptability

About the role

  • About Zap Energy Zap is advancing the next generation of nuclear power technology across fusion, fission and hybrid applications.
  • The ideal candidate has extensive experience in all operational aspects of a fabrication shop, including on-the-floor activities, machine maintenance, managing personnel, NDE/inspections, and quality assurance.
  • This role will establish in-house capabilities and documentation necessary to secure ASME BPVC certifications, including but not limited to U Stamp and N Stamp.

Responsibilities

  • Line Manager: Build out the Manufacturing team, including expertise in fabrication per ASME codes and standards.
  • Develop and monitor metrics to assess and improve team performance.
  • Own your team's technical performance, delivery of scope, and their professional development.
  • Individual Contribution: Develop overall strategy and roadmap for manufacturing capabilities to support testing, production, and testing of ZMR components.
  • Define facility requirements necessary to support manufacturing needs.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with design, testing, and integration teams to understand manufacturing needs and to provide feedback to ensure manufacturability.
  • Quality Assurance: Perform work within a graded quality assurance program.
  • Identify and implement right-sized solutions to increase efficiency in execution, especially for cross-organizational functions related to quality assurance.
  • Plan, organize, build out, and lead manufacturing, eventually within a
  • Build out the Manufacturing team, including expertise in fabrication per ASME codes and standards.

Requirements

  • Write high quality documentation with rigor commensurate with the stage of the project and required quality level.
  • Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field from an ABET-accredited program is required.
  • At least 10 years of experience in manufacturing and fabrication of hardware/components subject to industrial codes and standards.
  • At least 2 years of experience managing a team of three or more direct reports.
  • Excellent technical writing skills and the ability to clearly present complex information to both internal and external stakeholders, including regulators.
  • Technical Experience: At least 10 years of experience in manufacturing and fabrication of hardware/components subject to industrial codes and standards.

Nice to have

  • Multiple manufacturing disciplines, including welding, manual machining, CNC machining (5 axis preferred), and additive manufacturing.
  • CAD software (preferably SolidWorks).
  • Budget control and keeping records of spending.

Skills

  • Expertise in manufacturing processes and fabrication methods.
  • Expertise in ASME Codes & Standards.
  • Refine machining tool paths for efficiency.
  • Write clear instructions and/or processes for technicians to execute.
  • Familiarity with mass manufacturing processes.
  • Licenses/Certifications: Authorized Inspector is a bonus.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Self-starter and can-do attitude.
  • Familiarity and competence with basic program management processes and tools.
  • Outside the box thinking, grounded in practical engineering solutions.
  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Adaptability, resilience, and commitment to continuous learning.

Compensation

  • $140,000-210,000 annually.
  • Candidates may be considered for other positions at Zap Energy and actual salary will be based on relevant education, experience, and other qualifications.
  • Range is published in accordance with Washington Equal Pay and Opportunity Act.

Benefits

  • Authorized Inspector is a bonus.
  • Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field from an ABET-accredited program is required.

Equal opportunity

  • Zap Energy is an equal opportunity employer.
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