Sr. Director, Engineering - Nuclear Development

NEW YORK POWER AUTHORITY•City of White Plains, NY

About The Position

The Sr. Director, Engineering – Nuclear Development is a senior technical leader guiding the engineering foundation of NYPA’s advanced nuclear program. Reporting to the VP, Engineering & Chief Engineer with a dotted line to the SVP, Nuclear Development, this role ensures NYPA’s nuclear initiatives are grounded in rigorous technical analysis, strong governance, and the highest standards of safety and regulatory compliance. The Sr. Director oversees NYPA’s technical reviews across advanced nuclear projects, providing expert evaluation of designs, licensing approaches, and complex engineering issues. Working closely with developers, OEMs, regulators, and senior internal stakeholders, and brings clarity to technical pathways, challenges assumptions, and informs key decisions that shape NYPA’s nuclear portfolio. The role builds and strengthens NYPA’s nuclear engineering capabilities, developing talent and maintaining depth across critical disciplines. Through disciplined technical leadership and sound judgment, the Sr. Director helps position NYPA to responsibly advance next‑generation nuclear solutions that support grid reliability and New York’s clean‑energy goals.

Requirements

Exceptional leadership and team management skills.
Proven project management expertise, with extensive experience in overseeing large, complex engineering projects
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to facilitate and drive collaboration among various business areas
Proven ability to work effectively under pressure, ambiguity and manage multiple competing priorities
Subject matter expertise in nuclear reactor technologies, plant systems, and licensing processes.
Ability to independently evaluate and challenge technical designs and assumptions
Credibility to engage senior technical experts, executives, and governance bodies
Ability to translate complex technical issues into clear, decision-relevant insights
Strong advisory presence and ability to influence in high-stakes, regulated environments
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Bachelor's degree required in Engineering
Minimum 10 years of years of experience in nuclear engineering, including plant design, reactor systems, or licensing
Minimum 3 years of people management experience
Experience with plant design, reactor systems and/or licensing for major nuclear projects (new build or refurbishment)
Licensed Professional Engineer in NYS.

Nice To Haves

Experience in utility sector, energy, and/or climate policyExperience advising senior leadership or boards on technical matters

Responsibilities

Develop and implement strategic plans for the nuclear engineering department, ensuring alignment with the company's mission, vision, and objectives.
Collaborate with senior leadership to define and achieve goals that support overall business objectives.
Develop strategies and oversee processes to ensure all projects comply with relevant regulatory standards, safety guidelines, and industry best practices.
Oversee NYPA’s technical review activities across advanced nuclear initiatives, by establishing disciplined technical review, escalation, and documentation processes.
Oversee engagement with developers, operators, OEMs, regulators, and engineering partners on complex technical and licensing matters.
Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance engineering processes, methodologies, and tools, promoting a culture of innovation and excellence.
Ensure accurate and comprehensive project documentation and oversee the preparation of detailed reports for senior management and regulatory bodies.
Develop staff expertise in engineering areas, create development opportunities within and/or between disciplines and maintain depth at critical core competencies within engineering.

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