Nuclear Engineering Manager - Reactor Design - Florida

Lead an employee-centric, fast paced organization to success! Become part of a company with a strong culture and family feel About Our Client This is an early‑stage energy technology company focused on delivering resilient, flexible power solutions for critical applications. The organization is well‑funded, growing rapidly, and operating at the intersection of advanced hardware, software, and infrastructure. Job Description In this role you will report directly into Senior Leadership and will be responsible for: Leading the development and optimisation of reactor core design to meet performance, safety, and economic objectives Defining reactor physics methodologies, assumptions, and analytical approaches Directing core design activities including neutronics analysis, fuel management strategies, and performance evaluations Performing and reviewing reactor physics calculations including criticality, reactivity, and power distribution analyses Developing and maintaining reactor physics models and ensuring verification and validation processes are followed Supporting reactor safety analysis and contributing to accident analyses and licensing methodologies Preparing technical documentation and reports to support regulatory interactions Mentoring and developing reactor engineering staff while reviewing technical work products Coordinating cross-functional efforts with thermal hydraulics, systems engineering, safety analysis, and fuel development teams Implementing advanced modelling techniques, uncertainty quantification, and emerging reactor physics methodologies MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. The Successful Applicant The successful candidate will have: Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering or a closely related discipline Minimum 7 years of direct experience in reactor core design and reactor physics analysis Strong experience using neutronics tools such as SCALE and MCNP Demonstrated experience developing reactor core models and design methodologies Deep understanding of reactor physics fundamentals and core behavior Proven experience reviewing technical analyses and guiding engineering work Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience with OpenMC, licensing activities, or advanced reactor technologies preferred What's on Offer The candidate will receive... Relocation assistance available Competitive salary and potential for salary growth Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and vacation/sick leave Opportunities for professional development and career advancement A positive work environment that values collaboration and innovation Work-life balance and flexible scheduling options Access to cutting-edge technologies and resources Engaging and challenging projects that foster skill development Supportive and inclusive company culture Networking opportunities within the industry Potential for performance-based bonuses or incentives.