Thea Energy
Director - Nuclear Engineering
$160K–$230K
Kearny, NJ · On-site · Director · Full-time · Posted Mar 1, 2026
- Experience
- 15+ years in nuclear engineering or a similar technical field.
- Education
- MS or PhD in nuclear engineering.
About the job
Leads the nuclear engineering team and directs nuclear design, safety, and regulatory work for Thea Energy’s integrated fusion system and facility.
What you'll do
- Lead and grow the nuclear engineering team, including recruiting, mentoring, and developing staff.
- Direct fusion-system nuclear design, including the blanket, shield, bioshield, and fuel cycle; manage particle transport, activation products, and dose-rate calculations.
- Oversee safety, regulatory compliance, and environmental standards, and coordinate engineering work with system owners.
What they ask for
- MS or PhD in nuclear engineering.
- 15+ years of experience in nuclear engineering or a similar technical field.
- Leadership experience on cutting-edge nuclear projects, such as fission reactor or accelerator projects.
- Experience building and managing teams in a startup environment.
Pay
$160,000-$230,000 USD base salary
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