Framatome North America · 1 month ago
Director, North America I&C Safety System Engineering
Mansfield, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$161K/yr - $227K/yr
12+ years expFramatome North America is committed to shaping the future of nuclear energy and creating lasting solutions for global challenges. They are seeking a seasoned Director of Safety Systems Engineering to lead the modernization of I&C systems and ensure safe, reliable nuclear plant operations.
Utilities
Responsibilities
Define and execute the safety system engineering strategy for operating fleet modernization and next-gen nuclear deployment
Align safety I&C modernization initiatives with customer needs, regulatory expectations, and corporate growth objectives
Serve as a thought leader on nuclear I&C modernization, shaping company positioning with utilities, regulators, and industry forums
Lead end-to-end project engineering for safety-related I&C systems, including requirements definition, architecture design, hardware/software design, implementation, integration, and validation/verification
Direct system engineering teams to deliver compliant, licensable safety systems that meet U.S. NRC and international regulatory standards
Oversee life-cycle management for safety I&C in the operating fleet, ensuring modernization programs are delivered on time, within budget, and with minimal plant disruption
Collaborate with licensing and regulatory teams to ensure system designs meet NRC and global licensing requirements
Support preparation of licensing submittals, technical justifications, and regulatory engagement for modernization and new reactor programs
Partner with operations, field service, and project delivery teams to ensure seamless deployment and commissioning of safety I&C systems
Collaborate with product management and R&D to drive innovation and readiness for digitization commercialization for operating plants and AR/SMRs
Engage with customers and industry consortia to align engineering solutions with market demand and regulatory pathways
Manage managers across software, hardware, and systems engineering disciplines, ensuring strong integration and alignment
Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing global team of safety systems engineers and technical leaders
Establish and maintain engineering standards, governance processes, and continuous improvement practices
Create and scale a new organizational structure, instilling a strong talent pipeline, leadership development, and culture of technical excellence and accountability
Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and regulatory rigor to position the organization as the industry leader in nuclear safety I&C modernization and next-gen systems
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
Minimum of 12 years of related experience
Advanced knowledge of related engineering standards, techniques and criteria
Ability to set strategy and vision for medium to large size organization
Excellent communication skills with ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, management and customers as required
Ability to develop and maintain good interpersonal relationships; work collaboratively within a team environment
Advanced problem identification and problem resolution skills
Advanced level of specific software tools (CAD, FEA, CFD) and programming skills
Proven track record in nuclear plant I&C modernization and/or safety-class I&C development for new reactors
Demonstrated success in building and managing managers across software, hardware, and systems engineering functions
Deep understanding of NRC regulations, IEEE standards, IEC 61513, and NQA-1 quality standards
Experience engaging with regulatory bodies and supporting licensing efforts
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, with experience managing diverse engineering teams
Ability to create and scale organizations, develop talent pipelines, and build high-performance technical cultures
Ability to influence executive and industry levels while maintaining hands-on technical credibility
Benefits
Health & Wellness: Multiple medical plan options, dental & vision coverage, life insurance, long- and short-term disability, and optional supplemental plans (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, dependent life).
Retirement: 401(k) with employer match.
Paid Time Off: Up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 sick days, and 13 paid holidays annually.
Extra Perks: Lifestyle spending account, employer paid mental health support, education reimbursement, professional development opportunities, adoption assistance, parental leave, and employee assistance programs.
Company
Framatome North America
Framatome has a strong presence in the U.S. and Canada nuclear energy market, helping power more than 38 million North American homes.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase