Credentials that matter
Skills and tools
- NRC Regulations
Required qualifications
- Required Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related technical field. 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in operational readiness, manufacturing operations, startup programs, regulatory compliance, or related functions. leading cross-functional teams in highly regulated industries such as nuclear, chemical processing, pharmaceuticals, power generation, or similar environments. supporting major capital projects, facility commissioning, startup activities, or large-scale operational transformations.
- Expertise in strategic planning, risk management, workforce readiness, and operational program implementation. supporting the startup or expansion of a licensed nuclear facility.
- NRC-regulated operational experience.
- Knowledge of nuclear safety culture, operational excellence systems, and regulatory compliance frameworks.
- We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices.
- The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $144,000 to $180,000 per year.
- In addition to the base pay, this role may be eligible for incentive pay based on company and individual performance.
- Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth.
About this role
Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.
Responsibilities
- Operational Readiness & Startup Leadership Develop and lead the site's Operational Readiness Plan, including milestones, readiness criteria, governance processes, and performance metrics.
- Direct readiness assessments, management reviews, risk evaluations, and startup decision recommendations.
- Be the primary operational liaison with project leadership during commissioning, system turnover, startup planning, and operational acceptance.
- Lead the structured transition of facility ownership from project execution to operations.
- Regulatory Compliance & Nuclear Safety Ensure readiness activities support NRC requirements, license conditions, quality commitments, environmental regulations, and customer obligations.
- Lead preparation for inspections, audits, readiness reviews, and startup authorization activities.
- Champion a strong nuclear safety culture emphasizing operational discipline, procedural compliance, human performance, and conservative decision-making.
- Workforce & Program Readiness Define organizational structure, staffing strategies, leadership accountability, and workforce readiness requirements.
- Partner with HR and functional leaders to execute hiring, onboarding, training, and qualification programs.
- Oversee implementation of key operational programs, including Conduct of Operations, Maintenance, Quality Assurance, Emergency Preparedness, Configuration Management, Security, and Corrective Action Programs.
Preferred qualifications
- Advanced degree in a related discipline.
Location, schedule, and travel
onsite.
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