Engineer I, Engineering Strategy & Operations

X-Energy • Rockville, MD

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Engineer , Engineering Strategy & Operations plays a pivotal role in advancing small modular reactor development projects by proactively identifying and removing obstacles to ensure consistent progress toward key milestones. This position requires exceptional skills in cross-functional coordination and the ability to influence without direct authority to drive initiatives forwards. The role synthesizes complex technical information from across the organization to enable timely executive decision-making while upholding the highest standards of nuclear safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Identify, track, and proactively remove roadblocks across HTGR reactor development projects to maintain progress against critical timelines
• Coordinate with technical leads, Engineering, Procurement, and regulatory stakeholders to resolve cross-functional challenges
• Consolidate and distill complex technical information into concise, actionable intelligence for executive leadership
• Establish effective communication channels between technical teams, ensuring alignment of priorities and resources
• Lead cross-functional initiatives through influence and relationship-building rather than direct authority
• Create and maintain project documentation, decision matrices, and status reports
• Support change management processes when project scope or requirements evolve
• Develop and track performance metrics to measure project health and progress
• Anticipate potential obstacles before they impact schedules and develop contingency plans
• Maintain a professional demeanor and behavior at all times, in all forms of communication.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees