Project Manager at Last Energy

Austin, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Nuclear Energy, HardwareIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field
  • 5+ years of project management experience in hardware product development, from concept to end of life, in a lean, startup environment
  • Proven stakeholder management skills
  • A basic understanding of nuclear technology and power systems is preferred
  • Competency in Microsoft applications, including Project, Word, and Excel
  • Competency in relevant program management tools
  • Able to discuss implementation details with engineering, quality, regulatory, and supply chain to identify cross-functional dependencies and technical risks to project completion
  • Excellent record-keeping and documentation skills
  • Extremely organized and attentive to detail

Responsibilities

  • Managing multiple projects and schedules
  • Implementing and managing changes to ensure project goals are achieved
  • Meeting with stakeholders to make communication easy and transparent regarding project issues and decisions on services
  • Producing accurate and timely reporting of project status throughout its life cycle
  • Analyzing project risks
  • Supporting the creation of the project plan with cross-functional teams to define achievable scope and schedule, with dependencies identified early and incorporated into said plan
  • Successfully execute the system project plan and support bringing the product to market on time with appropriate trade-offs made
  • Managing the overall development schedule and critical path
  • Identify and evaluate technical risks and drive mitigation strategies cross-functionally to de-risk the project continuously
  • Management and development teams have clear visibility into program progress and are made aware of timeline risks and tradeoff decisions
  • Running team meetings for progress reporting
  • Engaging with outside resources for technical support i.e. vendors, supply chain lead times

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Project ManagementHardware Product DevelopmentStakeholder ManagementRisk ManagementSchedule ManagementMicrosoft ProjectNuclear TechnologyPower Systems

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What qualifications are required for the Project Manager role?

Candidates need a Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field, 5+ years of project management experience in hardware product development in a lean startup environment, proven stakeholder management skills, competency in Microsoft applications like Project, Word, and Excel, and competency in relevant program management tools.

Is a background in nuclear technology required?

A basic understanding of nuclear technology and power systems is preferred but not required.

What is the employment type for this position?

The position is full-time.

What kind of experience environment is preferred for this role?

The role requires experience in a lean, startup environment.

What makes a strong candidate for this Project Manager position?

Strong candidates will have excellent record-keeping and documentation skills, be extremely organized and attentive to detail, and be able to discuss implementation details with engineering, quality, regulatory, and supply chain teams to identify dependencies and risks.

Last Energy

Develops small nuclear power plants and services

About Last Energy

Last Energy focuses on developing small nuclear power plants, providing comprehensive services for mini water-cooled reactors throughout their lifecycle. Their reactors can generate both heat and electricity, making them suitable for various industrial applications while supporting sustainability goals. By leveraging proven nuclear technology and emphasizing standardization, Last Energy aims to make nuclear power more scalable and quickly deployable. The company offers end-to-end services, from planning to maintenance, ensuring an efficient process for clients in markets committed to clean technology.

Washington, District of ColumbiaHeadquarters
2020Year Founded
$62.3MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, Energy, Social ImpactIndustries
51-200Employees

Risks

Competition from nuclear fusion advancements could impact market position.
Potential regulatory delays in UK projects may affect timelines.
Dependence on external financing poses financial risks for project execution.

Differentiation

Last Energy uses proven reactor technology for small modular nuclear power plants.
The company offers a first-of-its-kind delivery model for nuclear plant deployment.
Last Energy provides end-to-end services for the lifecycle of nuclear power plants.

Upsides

Growing interest in micro nuclear plants supports Last Energy's market expansion.
Successful $40M Series B funding indicates strong investor confidence.
Partnerships with DB Energy and Enea SA enhance market reach in Europe.

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