Mechanical Engineering Manager

• You will serve as the functional leader responsible for the supervision, professional development, and technical qualification of mechanical engineering staff across multiple disciplines.
• You will establish and maintain engineering standards, processes, and procedures that ensure compliance with nuclear industry codes and standards including ASME, CSA, and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Your role will involve workforce planning, recruitment, and retention strategies to build organizational capability aligned with business objectives.
• You will provide technical oversight and guidance to ensure engineering deliverables meet quality standards and project requirements while fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• In the matrix organization structure, you will collaborate closely with project managers and other functional leaders to allocate resources effectively, balance workload across the Engineering Department, and resolve competing priorities.
• You will be accountable for the performance management of your team, including conducting regular reviews, identifying skill gaps, and creating individual development plans that support both employee growth and organizational needs. The position requires establishing and maintaining technical competency frameworks for each engineering discipline under your supervision, ensuring that staff members possess the appropriate qualifications and certifications required for nuclear engineering work.
• You will serve as a technical lead within the organization, participating in design reviews, providing input on major technical decisions, and representing the mechanical engineering function in interactions with regulators, customers, and industry partners.
• You will champion safety culture and ensure adherence to quality assurance protocols throughout all engineering activities.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related engineering discipline from an accredited institution
• Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) license or equivalent professional registration

• Minimum 10 years of progressive engineering experience
• Minimum 5 years in leadership or management capacity overseeing multidisciplinary technical teams
• Substantial experience in the nuclear industry or other highly regulated sectors (pressure vessel design, power generation, or aerospace)
• Demonstrated experience working within matrix organizational structures
• Proven track record managing resources across multiple concurrent projects

• Strong knowledge of ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code
• Familiarity with ASME B31.1 and B31.3 piping codes
• Understanding of CSA nuclear standards and relevant regulatory requirements
• Experience with engineering analysis tools and CAD systems
• Working knowledge of stress analysis and thermal hydraulic principles

• Excellent leadership and people management skills
• Proven ability to build high-performing teams and develop engineering talent
• Strong technical communication skills with ability to explain complex concepts to diverse audiences
• Experience conducting performance reviews and creating professional development plans

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively across organizational boundaries with multiple departments
• Experience partnering with Research & Development teams to identify engineering data requirements, develop test specifications, and translate research and testing results into practical engineering applications
• Strong collaboration skills with Safety and Licensing functions to support regulatory compliance and licensing submissions
• Proven track record working with Quality Assurance organizations to maintain documentation and quality standards
• Ability to interface with IT departments on engineering software implementation, data management, and digital infrastructure
• Experience facilitating cross-functional design reviews and technical meetings with diverse stakeholders
• Skills in managing competing priorities and resolving technical issues that span multiple departments

• Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or related field
• Direct experience within the nuclear power industry, particularly with advanced reactor technologies or molten salt systems
• Strong knowledge of ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section III Division 5
• Familiarity with United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission (US NRC), United States Department of Energy (DOE), and/or Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) licensing processes and regulatory requirements
• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD)
• Background in advanced simulation and modeling techniques
• Previous involvement in nuclear licensing or regulatory submissions

• A vacation policy designed to support your work-life balance
• EAP Programs available to you and your family
• Wellness Subsidy

• Paid Volunteer Days – A chance to give back!
• Career development opportunities

Please submit a Resume and Cover Letter.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US without the need for sponsorship for employment visa status.

Terrestrial Energy requires that the successful candidate be able to access and use information subject to U.S.

Export Control Laws, which mandate all citizenships (including dual citizenships) be from the U.S.

of Energy’s List of Generally Authorized Countries (10 CFR Part 810 Appendix A and can be found here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-10/chapter-III/part-810/appendix-Appendix%20A%20to%20Part%20810 ) unless a specific authorization from the U.S.

of Energy is obtained or unless you are a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or protected individual under the U.S.

Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Additional information can be found here: https:/ /www.energy.gov/nnsa/10-cfr-part-810 .

Terrestrial Energy Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or group.

We encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made.

If you require technical support in a format that is accessible to you, please contact Accessibility@terrestrialenergy.com