Project Manager – Engineering

Interested in helping us transform thermal and electric energy? Become part of the leading Generation-IV nuclear plant development team.

Come join us at Terrestrial Energy, a US developer of advanced, Generation IV nuclear reactors. We are growing our workforce to develop and deploy our Integral Molten Salt Reactor (IMSR) small modular nuclear plant to provide cost-competitive, clean firm heat and power to industry.

Our recent merger has created a publicly listed operating company (NASDAQ “IMSR”), securing the capital resources for our next growth phase. With current alignment of US Federal and State government and industry interest in Small Modular Reactor (SMR) and advanced reactor technologies such as Terrestrial Energy’s IMSR, there is a unique and compelling opportunity to participate in the execution of the company’s growth business plan.

We are building a team of high-performing business professionals and leaders in engineering, R&D, product management and business development areas at our Charlotte, North Carolina headquarters and future project sites. We are looking for talented individuals who can help build the organization, processes, and goal‑oriented corporate culture to lead the company in our expansion.

This role reports to the Systems Engineering Manager and is primarily responsible for leading and coordinating multiple complex projects within our Reactor Pilot Program and Fuel Line Pilot Facility, while contributing to the design and development of our Integral Molten Salt Reactor (IMSR) technology.

• Lead simultaneous project streams across the Reactor Pilot Program and Fuel Line Pilot Facility, ensuring alignment with overall IMSR development objectives
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation strategies for multiple concurrent initiatives
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams including engineering, procurement, safety, quality assurance, licensing and regulatory compliance
• Implement and maintain project management methodologies appropriate for nuclear technology development environments
• Track and report project progress, risks, and mitigation strategies to senior management and stakeholders

• Coordinate with internal engineering teams, R&D, Procurement, and executive leadership to ensure alignment of pilot program objectives with organizational strategic goals
• Manage relationships and information transfer with key suppliers and vendors, ensuring timely delivery of critical components and materials while maintaining quality standards and cost targets
• Facilitate engagement with EPC contractors, coordinating design reviews, construction milestones, and commissioning activities across multiple project phases
• Present project updates, technical findings, and resource requirements to internal governance committees and senior management
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with procurement and supply chain teams to anticipate and resolve material availability challenges
• Coordinate with internal Safety, Quality Assurance, and Licensing teams to ensure all pilot program activities meet compliance requirements
• Act as liaison between EPC contractors and internal technical teams during facility construction and commissioning phases

• Develop and maintain comprehensive risk registers for all managed projects
• Ensure adherence to nuclear quality assurance programs and safety protocols
• Lead root cause analyses and corrective action implementation when issues arise

• Project Management – Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional project teams, oversee project life cycles, and deliver projects on time.
• Communication – Proven ability to transfer complex technical information between engineering teams, executives, and clients.
• Critical Thinking – Develop innovative solutions, optimize project performance, and make data‑driven decisions.
• Multitasking – Efficiently manage concurrent tasks across multiple projects without compromising quality.
• Leadership – Inspire and guide team members toward shared goals,…