Corporate Training Manager at TerraPower – Bellevue, Washington

Title: Corporate Training Manager

Location: Location: Bellevue, Washington, United States

Job Type: Full-time

Description:TITLE: Corporate Training Manager
LOCATION: Bellevue, WA, USA (Relocation Required)

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. In addition, as a federal contractor, TerraPower has instituted an Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) in an effort to proactively recruit, hire, and promote women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.

Corporate Training Manager

The Corporate Training Manager reports to the Senior Manager, Training & Assessment and is responsible for execution, oversight, and continuous improvement of corporate training programs in alignment with company strategy, regulatory requirements, and organizational readiness. The role provides leadership for training governance, regulatory compliance, and the effectiveness of corporate training programs within a highly regulated nuclear environment, supporting current projects and future operational readiness.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and administer the overall corporate training program, including LMS platforms, training governance, procedures, and curriculum lifecycle management.

• Coordinate with technical staff and managers to ensure training content, delivery, and qualification requirements are aligned with regulatory and operational needs.

• Provide leadership, coaching, and performance management for assigned training staff to support capability development and program effectiveness.

• Ensure training programs are in strict compliance with the Quality, Environmental, and Safety and Health program standards to protect the employees and the public from radiological, chemical, and physical hazards associated with facility operations.

• Ensure training programs are developed, implemented, and evaluated using the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT) commensurate with regulatory and organizational requirements.

• Ensure training records are complete, accurate, and maintained in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements, in coordination with Records Management & Document Control (RMDC).

• Establish and maintain metrics to evaluate training effectiveness, regulatory compliance, and organizational readiness, conducting formal program evaluations at least annually.

• Foster a collaborative, respectful work environment aligned with TerraPower values and cross-functional teamwork.

• Identify gaps in the existing training program content and material and utilize metrics to find trends and areas for improvement.

• Proactively research and develop new techniques and methodologies to enhance learning and training programs.

• Identify future training needs for the organization and communicate with management, trainers, and team members to ensure those needs are met.

• Support training readiness for project milestones, regulatory submittals, and future operational transitions.

Key Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible training experience, including at least 5 years in a regulated nuclear, energy, or high-hazard industry environment. Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of advanced degree.

• Advanced knowledge of NQA-1 and NRC/DOE training expectations, as applicable to design, construction, and future operations.

• Proficient in SAP-SuccessFactors or similar platform including LMS administration, reporting, and system integration with quality or records platforms.

• Experience supporting training programs across multiple projects, sites, or organizational growth phases is preferred.

• Proficient planning and execution skills for meeting regulatory and operational requirements.

• Excellent skills in the systematic approach to training and training management.

• Possess demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor in interacting and collaborating with a wide variety of stakeholders.

• Able to operate and multi-task in a challenging/dynamic environment while demonstrating planning, coordination, and organizational and problem-solving skills.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently with little oversight or supervision.

• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office.

• Strong communication, verbal and written skills that are clear, concise, and accurate.

• Excellent attention to detail in writing and reviewing documents, such as procedures and training material.

• Project management expertise in developing and rolling out training plans.

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 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 50 pounds.

• Repetitive work: Prolonged.

• Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work and ability to perform role in personal protective equipment.

• Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hrs./day.

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 12: $168,316 - $252,475

* We typically place offers in the lower to middle portion of the range to maintain internal equity and allow room for growth. Any salary offered within the posted salary band is based on market data and commensurate with the selected individual’s qualifications experience. This range is specific to Washington State.

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation

• Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments

• Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits for family or individual

o Vision

o Dental

o Life

o Life and Disability

o Gender Affirmation Benefits

o Parental Leave

• 401k Plan

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

o 21 days of annually accrued PTO

• Generous Holiday Schedule

o 10 paid holidays

• Relocation Assistance

• Professional and Educational Support Opportunities

• Flexible Work Schedule

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