Chief Engineer - Maritime

Chief Engineer - MaritimeZeno is seeking a highly motivated Chief Engineer - Maritime to support the mission-oriented efforts of developing and bringing to market Radioisotope Power Systems (RPS) technologies. As Chief Engineer, you will be responsible for leadership of technical and engineering aspects within your assigned scope of maritime system design and development, deployment lifecycle, and eventual production. This role supports the planning, scheduling, review, approval and top level management of technical tasks within our Maritime Portfolio to ensure accuracy, proper resources, and quality from start to finish.In this role you will:Act as Design Authority for maritime scope areaProvide technical leadership on Zeno maritime projectsDefine and interpret high level engineering requirements to support Product, Program, and/or Customer needsSupport technical project meetings for maritime initiatives by providing real-time technical guidance, operational support, and informed decision-makingGenerate, review, and/or approve technical work products for design applicability, adequacy, and accuracyCo-chair the Change Control Board (CCB), review and approve all maritime related design changes requiring CCB signoffReview and approve maritime project requirements and verification activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with design specifications and project objectivesSupport planning, content development, execution, and close out of maritime project design reviewsDevelop, manage and continuously improve Design Authority owned Quality Procedures and Work Instructions under an AS9100 Quality ProgramInterface with suppliers, customers, and other external and internal stakeholdersOversee, review, and/or approve sub-contractor technical work for relevant scope areasEnsure Zeno maritime projects comply with applicable environmental, safety, health, radiation and contamination, and quality assurance requirements through ongoing assessment and implementation of relevant regulations, policies, and proceduresPrepare technical briefings for customers and leadership team, and technical papers for meetings and conferencesBe responsible for the design, development and test of systems, life cycle support, technical goals and objectives, and requirement analysis of maritime projectsKey Qualifications and SkillsBachelor's degree in Engineering required, preferably in Mechanical, Marine, Naval Architecture, Nuclear, Systems, Electrical, Aerospace, or a related engineering discipline.10+ years of engineering experience in complex technical product development, maritime systems, naval platforms, offshore systems, or related industrial environments5+ years of direct maritime industry experience in vessel design, marine systems engineering, shipboard operations, offshore operations, or maritime platform integrationExperience leading or supporting design, integration, testing, commissioning, or operational deployment of maritime systems3+ years serving in a technical leadership, technical authority, chief engineer, engineering management, or key technical decision-maker roleDemonstrated success leading multidisciplinary engineering teams through complex development programs, including requirements definition, design reviews, risk management, verification, validation, and operational readiness activitiesProven experience operating within regulated and quality-controlled environments, including compliance with ISO 9001, AS9100, NQA-1, NAVSEA, or similarExperience developing, implementing, and continuously improving engineering processes, configuration management systems, product lifecycle processes, and technical governance frameworksStrong understanding of systems engineering principles, including requirements management, interface control, hazard analysis, reliability, maintainability, and verification/validation methodologiesExperience with risk-informed technical decision making, trade studies, root cause analysis, and failure investigation in high-consequence systems.Preferred QualificationsNuclear maritime experience strongly preferred, including experience with naval nuclear systems, marine nuclear power generation, radiological systems, or similarFamiliarity with manufacturing scale-up, supplier qualification, production transition, and design-for-manufacture considerations preferredExperience collaborating with government customers, classification societies, defense organizations, shipyards, or regulatory agencies preferredDemonstrated ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to executive leadership, customers, regulators, operators, and cross-functional teamsStrong project execution skills, including schedule management, technical planning, budgeting support, and coordination across engineering disciplines.Proven success operating in fast-paced development environments with a strong focus on innovation, operational considerations, safety, and regulatory complianceJob FunctionsPosition requires in-office presence in Seattle (South Lake Union) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, remote work is optional on Mondays and FridaysTravel: Travel is required, <10%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 15 poundsRepetitive work: ProlongedSpecial Senses: Visual and audio focused workWork Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hrs./dayCompensation and BenefitsThe anticipated salary band for this position is $195,000 - $230,000. The final job level and compensation will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, years of relevant experience, skills, qualifications, certifications, and other business considerations.In addition to competitive compensation, we also offer a generous benefits package, which includes:Stock optionsFlexible paid time off401k plan with employer match16 weeks of paid family leave11 observed company holidaysEmployer HSA contributionsLife insuranceTransit benefits to put toward commuting expensesMedical, dental, and vision insuranceRelocation assistanceProfessional developmentEmployee recognition programCompany-sponsored ClassPass benefit to support employee wellnessDog friendly officePhysical Demands and Work EnvironmentThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.NoteThis job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.Export ControlApplicants for employment at Zeno Power must be a U.S. person. The term "U.S. Person" means (i) a U.S citizen or U.S. national; or (ii) any natural person who is a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e., holds a Green Card), as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or as a "protected individual" defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (i.e., admitted as a refugee or is granted asylum).