Principal Equipment Supply Manager

TerraPower is a nuclear technology company based in Bellevue, Washington. At its core, the company is working to raise living standards globally through a more affordable, secure, and environmentally friendly form of nuclear energy along with innovations in medical isotopes to improve human health. In 2006, TerraPower originated with Bill Gates and a group of like-minded visionaries who evaluated the fundamental challenges to raising living standards around the world. They recognized energy access was crucial to the health and economic well-being of communities and decided that the private sector needed to take action and create energy sources that would advance global energy deployment. TerraPower’s mission is to be a world leader in new nuclear technologies, while developing innovators and future leaders in the nuclear field. As a result, the company’s activities in the fields of nuclear energy and related sciences are yielding significant innovations in the safety and economics of nuclear power, hybrid energy and medical applications – all for significant human health benefits.”

TerraPower is seeking to hire highly motivated and forward-thinking professionals who are interested in focusing on advanced nuclear reactor research and development and influencing change within the nuclear power landscape and bringing forward the critical production of medical isotopes.  TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. 

Principal Equipment Supply Manager

TerraPower, LLC. is seeking a Principal Equipment Supply Manager to provide strategic leadership and executive-level oversight for the planning, procurement, fabrication, delivery, testing, commissioning, and close-out of critical equipment packages supporting Natrium projects. This role serves as the senior authority and single point of accountability for highly complex equipment scopes, driving successful outcomes across engineering, supply chain, licensing, quality, construction, commissioning, and project controls organizations.

The Principal Equipment Supply Manager establishes delivery strategy, supplier engagement models, governance frameworks, and risk mitigation plans that support project objectives while ensuring alignment with program-level priorities. This individual serves as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and is responsible for driving organizational alignment, resolving critical issues, and influencing decisions that impact project execution, cost, schedule, quality, and regulatory compliance.

The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership, extensive experience managing major capital projects, deep knowledge of nuclear supply chains and quality requirements, and a proven ability to lead through influence across diverse stakeholder groups.

Tasks: 

• Lead the strategic planning, execution, and delivery of critical equipment packages supporting Natrium projects.

• Serve as the single point of accountability for equipment scope performance across cost, schedule, quality, and technical requirements
• Develop and execute equipment delivery strategies aligned with project objectives and key milestones.Drive cross-functional alignment across engineering, procurement, quality, licensing, fabrication, construction, commissioning, and project controls organizations.
• Lead strategic supplier engagement, sourcing, and performance management activities for critical equipment programs.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks impacting equipment delivery, manufacturing readiness, testing, and project execution.
• Establish governance, reporting, and escalation frameworks to ensure timely resolution of critical issues.Champion recovery planning and execution when delivery performance deviates from project expectations.
• Provide executive-level communication and recommendations regarding equipment delivery status, risks, opportunities, and mitigation strategies.
• Partner with supply chain leadership to develop long-term supplier relationships and strengthen manufacturing capabilities for advanced nuclear technologies.
• Ensure compliance with nuclear quality assurance requirements, regulatory commitments, and applicable industry codes and standards.
• Support successful equipment installation, turnover, startup, commissioning, and project closeout activities.Mentor and influence project teams, fostering accountability, collaboration, and excellence in project execution.Contribute to organizational best practices, continuous improvement initiatives, and the development of future delivery leaders.

Key Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field required.Advanced degree (MS, MBA, or equivalent) preferred.
• Minimum 15+ years of experience in project delivery, engineering, supply chain, construction, manufacturing, or large-scale capital project execution.
• Minimum 8+ years leading complex equipment programs, major procurements, or integrated project teams.Demonstrated success 
• delivering large capital projects within highly regulated industries such as nuclear, energy, aerospace, defense, petrochemical, or industrial manufacturing.Recognized subject matter expertise in equipment delivery strategy, supplier management, and project execution.
• Strong understanding of nuclear quality assurance programs and applicable industry standards including ASME BPVC, ASME QME-1, NQA-1, IEEE standards, and regulatory requirements.Proven ability to influence executive stakeholders and drive organizational alignment without direct authority.Strong commercial acumen and experience negotiating complex supplier agreements.
• Proficiency with Primavera P6, Jira, and project controls methodologies.PMP, Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent professional certifications preferred.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.Demonstrated ability to perform effectively in fast-paced, high-visibility environments with significant ambiguity and change.

Job Functions:

Job Functions are physical actions and/or working conditions associated with the position. These functions may also constitute essential functions for the job which the employee must be able to fulfill, with or without accommodation.  Information provided below is to help describe the job so that the applicant has a reasonable understanding of the job duties/expectations.  An applicant's ability to perform and/or tolerate these actions and conditions will be discussed and workplace accommodations may be made on a case-by-case basis following an individualized assessment of the applicant and other considerations, including but not limited to any governing safety standards.

• Motor Abilities: Sitting and/or standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)
• Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds
• Repetitive work: Prolonged
• Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work
• Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hrs./day
• Travel required: 20-50% or more

TerraPower’s technology is controlled for export by various agencies of the U.S. Government.  TerraPower must evaluate applicants who are foreign nationals (other than asylees, refugees, or lawful permanent residents) in accordance with U.S. Government export control requirements.  To facilitate TerraPower’s export control reviews, you will be asked as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or national, asylee, refugee, or lawful permanent resident of the United States.  Government export authorization approval times vary.  Based on the business needs for a particular position, TerraPower may not consider a foreign national from a country if it is impracticable to obtain timely Government export approval.

Job details

Salary Range:  $131,309 - $209,663

Any salary offered within the posted range is based on market data and aligned with the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience. The specific point within the range will vary depending on the candidate’s geographic location.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments
• Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits
  •   Medical
  •   Vision
  • Dental
  • Life and Disability
  • Gender Affirmation Benefits
• Parental Leave
• 401k Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 21 days of annually accrued PTO
• Generous Holiday Schedule
  • 10 paid holidays
• Relocation Assistance
• Professional and Educational Support Opportunities

TerraPower Career and Benefits information:  https://www.terrapower.com/contact-us/careers/