Manager, Mechanical Services (Nuclear)

The Nuclear Company is the fastest growing startup in the nuclear and energy space, pioneering a fleet-scale approach to building the next generation of nuclear reactors. Through our design-once, build-many model, we're accelerating the deployment of safe, reliable, and affordable nuclear energy.

TNC Services, the services division of The Nuclear Company, supports America's existing nuclear fleet by delivering specialized maintenance, outage execution, technical expertise, and workforce solutions. Built on the 25-year legacy of Powerhouse Resources, TNC Services combines proven operational expertise with The Nuclear Company's vision for the future, helping utilities maximize the reliability of today's nuclear fleet while advancing the next generation of nuclear energy.

About the role

The Manager, Mechanical Services is responsible for leading the planning, execution, and growth of TNC Services' mechanical maintenance and field service operations. This role oversees the delivery of high-quality mechanical maintenance, inspection, repair, installation, and outage support services for commercial nuclear power plants and other power generation customers while ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction.

Working closely with utility customers, field teams, project managers, and company leadership, the Manager, Mechanical Services provides technical leadership, operational oversight, and strategic direction to support successful outage execution and long-term client partnerships. This position plays a key role in expanding TNC Services' mechanical service capabilities while driving operational excellence across all projects.

Key Responsibilities

Operations Project Leadership

Lead the execution of mechanical maintenance, inspection, repair, installation, troubleshooting, commissioning, and outage support projects from planning through completion.

Provide technical leadership and oversight for mechanical field services, ensuring work is performed in accordance with industry best practices, customer specifications, OEM recommendations, and applicable codes and standards.

Develop project scopes, work packages, schedules, staffing plans, budgets, estimates, and execution strategies for assigned projects.

Monitor project performance, budgets, schedules, and key performance indicators to ensure successful project execution.

Support proposal development, technical estimating, bid preparation, and business development initiatives for mechanical service opportunities.

Maintain accurate project documentation, maintenance records, inspection reports, and operational reporting to support business decisions.

Team Leadership

Supervise and provide leadership to mechanical technicians, field service personnel, subcontractors, and technical specialists during maintenance and outage activities.

Mentor and develop technical personnel through coaching, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities.

Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, safety, and operational excellence.

Partner with the Training Team to develop and implement technical and safety training programs while ensuring employees maintain required certifications and qualifications.

Technical Oversight Compliance

Ensure all work is performed in compliance with applicable safety regulations, nuclear quality requirements, plant procedures, OEM guidelines, and regulatory standards.

Inspect mechanical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, deficiencies, equipment failures, or maintenance requirements.

Provide technical guidance for diagnosing and resolving complex mechanical system issues.

Conduct audits and quality reviews to verify compliance with company standards, customer requirements, and applicable industry regulations.

Maintain awareness of evolving industry codes, OEM recommendations, emerging technologies, and best practices related to mechanical systems and rotating equipment.

Customer Business Development

Partner with utility customers to understand maintenance objectives and develop customized service solutions that improve equipment reliability, plant performance, and asset longevity.

Build and maintain strong customer relationships through responsive communication, technical expertise, and exceptional service delivery.

Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Recruiting, and Project Management teams to ensure appropriate staffing and successful project delivery.

Develop proposals, service agreements, and technical solutions aligned with customer needs and company capabilities.

Participate in outage planning meetings, customer reviews, technical evaluations, industry conferences, and networking events to identify new business opportunities and strengthen customer relationships.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Power Plant Technology, Industrial Technology, Engineering Technolog…