X-energy · 2 weeks ago
Director Information Technology System
Rockville, MD
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$167K/yr - $278K/yr
15+ years expX-energy is a company focused on nuclear energy solutions, and they are seeking a Director of Construction Applications to lead the strategy and development of software platforms for construction operations. This role involves ensuring compliance with nuclear regulations while managing cross-functional teams to enhance construction applications.
Clean EnergyCleanTechEnergyNuclearRenewable Energy
Hiring Manager
Genesis Walters
Responsibilities
Own the roadmap for construction applications, translating business requirements from Engineering, IT, Legal, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing into prioritized features and system enhancements and ensuring close coordination with other enterprise systems including product lifecycle and design systems
Lead cross-functional teams (product owners, developers, vendors) to design, implement, and maintain construction platforms that support cross-functional plant development for nuclear projects
Ensure construction applications and workflows support regulatory, export control, cybersecurity, and nuclear quality requirements, in partnership with Legal, Compliance, IT, and QA
Establish data governance, metrics, and reporting for construction systems
Collaborate with Business Development and Construction Strategy leaders to model construction structures, support negotiations, and enable scenario analysis within the tools (e.g., pricing, margin, risk-sharing mechanisms)
Oversee vendor relationships, contracts, and system integrations between construction applications and ERP, finance, project controls, and engineering systems
Develop and execute change management, training, and communication plans so construction users adopt tools effectively and processes remain consistent across markets and projects
Lead and develop a high-performing team responsible for ongoing operations, enhancements, and support of construction applications, ensuring timely issue resolution and continuous improvement
Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication
Perform other duties as assigned by manager
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a bachelor's degree
The skills required for this role are typically demonstrated by 15 plus years of relevant experience
Advanced knowledge of the field and leadership skills and/or project management skills
Extensive business knowledge with comprehensive understanding of the organization and functional area
Preferred
Experience with SmartPlant, Aveva or similar tools is preferred
Experience Integrating engineering design tools, such as NX with BIM tools is preferred
Benefits
401K plan with an employer match
Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports the continuing education of our employees.
Company
X-energy
X-energy is a nuclear energy company that develops small modular nuclear reactors and nuclear fuels for clean energy generation.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
X-energy has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (1)
2024 (1)
2022 (2)
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.71BKey Investors
Jane Street CapitalPittco ManagementDepartment for Energy Security & Net Zero
2025-11-24Series D· $700M
2025-03-05Private Equity· $22.8M
2024-10-16Series C· $700M
Leadership Team
J. Clay Sell
Chief Executive Officer
Robert Taylor
Vice President, Regulatory Affairs and Licensing
Recent News
2026-01-06
Crunchbase News
2025-12-17
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