Project Lead, Helium Test Facility

Company: X-Energy, LLC
Location: Rockville
Posted on: May 15, 2025

Job Description:

X-energy LLC conducts a thorough recruiting process and will never issue offers without interview to discuss qualifications and responsibilities. All applications will be submitted via our company career page, www.x-energy.com/careers/ . We will never ask you to provide payment information as part of the recruiting process. If anyone claiming to represent X-energy directs you in a manner otherwise, please contact us at www.x-energy.com/contact-us .

Job Description
X-energy, LLC is seeking experienced professionals to join our team in the role of Project Lead. This role is responsible for the planning, budget, schedule, and execution of design and development work of a single system project, which support the achievement of medium to large-scale project and high-level program deliverables. This role must understand customer/client needs, ensure clarity compliance on contractual and technical requirements, communicate system projects needs and responsibilities to both external subcontracted vendor organizations and/or internal matrixed teams, and ensure system project execution across multiple systems is consistent with the program plan and requirements. This includes leading evaluation/resolution of implementation strategies, identifying opportunities for process improvement, and managing/directing the execution of external subcontracted teams and internal matrixed teams. This role interfaces with various teams, including project controls, engineering, licensing, supply chain, quality, safety, manufacturing, testing, operations, and/or construction functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the system project baseline documentation (system project budget, schedule, system project execution plan, deliverables/CDRLs, other contractually defined elements); ensure the system project management plan, risk management plan, and other governing documentation is consistent with business and corporate processes and policies.
• Coordinate inputs and performance commitments from both Responsible Engineers and the matrixed departments that support system project execution (Finance, Subcontracts/Procurement, Engineering, Licensing, Quality/Safety, etc.). This includes activity/delivery schedules, cost estimates, subcontracting requirements, quality requirements, regulatory requirements, deliverable definition, etc.
• Coordinate across other related/dependent system projects where common customers, designs, and/or documentation exist.
• Review and approve business analyses and determination of "make/buy" and subcontracting decisions. Engage in subcontract negotiations/execution as necessary to ensure contract requirements are adhered to.
• Make decisions on how and whether recommended technical approaches for the system project will achieve contract goals and requirements in with project governance.
• Manage performance of subcontractors, partners, and internal solid-line and matrixed staff through interim reports, status meetings, documentation, design reviews, and deliverables to ensure efforts are being completed as agreed to.
• Manage system project performance measures - risk management, scheduling/program planning, document management, cost adherence/variance analysis/earned value, deliverables status, technical performance measures/specification adherence, other.
• Make decisions on acceptability for the system projects under their management; communicate this through process control, interface, and performance documentation (specifications); and determine acceptability of deliverables based on acceptance criteria in line with project governance.
• Actively supports the safety culture and ensure integration of quality in all relevant processes by complying with the requirements of the Quality Assurance Program.
• Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.
• Develop system requirements, requirements documents, and collaborate with project stakeholders to manage and keep requirements up-to-date.
• Define system interfaces, develop interface control documents, and coordinate with contractors to ensure adherence to and proper management of interfaces.
• Plan for integrated system testing, including scheduling, the development and oversight of test plans, and managing test personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.
  
  Qualifications
  
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or related field.
  • Typically, seven plus years' experience in engineering, project management, or related industry experience.
  • Experience as a technical lead, proposal manager, or pursuit lead.
  • Experience working under nuclear regulatory codes or another strict QA program (e.g., NQA-1, N299, ISO-9001).
    
    Preferred Skills:
    
    • Proficiency in Systems Engineering, including requirements and interface management.
    • Clear and concise communication.
    • Prioritization, resource, and task management.
    • Management of integrated systems, including design, operation, and testing.
    • Project management and test program administration.
    • Eagerness to learn, and a startup mentality.
      
      Location: 530 Gaither Road, Rockville, MD.
      
      Work Site Expectations: 5 days a week in office
      
      Travel: 10%
      
      Hours:8:00am-5:00pm, Mon-Fri
      
      Compensation
      
      As required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g. education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.). Individual candidates who meet the job requirements for the posted position will be offered a salary within this range based on their respective levels of education/training, experience, and other qualifications unique to them. Salary ranges may vary based on the specific office location and region referenced in the posting to take into consideration differences in cost of living and may not be reflective of all regions. Please note that compensation ranges listed for US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives.
      
      A reasonable estimate for this position at the level of experience required is:
      $150,000 - $189,750
      
      Position Job Classification
      Full time - Exempt
      
      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.
      
      An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
      
      X Energy, LLC participates in E-Verify. Please visit the links below for more information about E-Verify and the protection of your Right to Work.
      
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