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Chief Engineer

Boston Government Services, LLC
Idaho, ID Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/21/2026

Boston Government Services, LLC. (BGS) is seeking a Chief Engineer capable of leading the engineering design and analysis work supporting the Advanced Energy Solutions Business Unit onsite at either our Oak Ridge, TN Office or Idaho Falls, ID Office.


BGS is an engineering, technology, and security firm helping to advance missions of national importance for government programs, national laboratories, national security facilities, nuclear operations, and complex projects. We support clients at every stage, from strategic planning and program management to the execution of engineering and technical activities. We work to attract and retain the best talent because the best talent delivers the best results for our clients. Our capabilities are based on our experience in complex, secure, and highly regulated environments. We leverage our experience and capabilities to provide mission-driven solutions tuned to our client's mission needs and strategic direction.


We are passionate about our culture! At BGS, we hire people who will bring their whole self to work each day because we value operating with openness and inclusivity, welcoming and respecting all. BGS cares for each employee’s well-being by offering a comprehensive benefit package and providing a culture of exciting work, excellence, and fun.


If you align with BGS’ company values and culture, we would love for you to explore opportunities to join our growing team by checking out the job description below!


Responsibilities:

  • Coordinating the BGS Nuclear Solutions engineering team.
  • Drafting reports and recommendations to company management.
  • Oversight of Professional Engineer deliverable stamping for state requirements.
  • Ensure company understanding of customer engineering and drafting standards.
  • Develop strategy for engineering software and hardware for design and analysis.
  • Develop strategy for the individual contributor skill mix within the engineering group.
  • Provides support to proposals and projects via industry experience, technical reviews, and code reviews, as needed.


Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering plus active certification in an engineering professional organization.
  • More than 15 years’ experience in the nuclear industry, including commercial nuclear, Department of Defense, and Department of Energy support.
  • Must have experience leading teams of individuals from a variety of different backgrounds and disciplines.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of engineering design and analysis
  • Demonstrated experience collaborating and communicating with engineering teams, business managers, and clients.
  • Understanding of project management tools including schedules, Earned Value Management, Cost to Complete, and project budgets.
  • Demonstrated ability to draft and own engineering procedures, engineering manuals, and engineering workflows.
  • Demonstrated experience in developing and managing engineering requirements, engineering deliverables (e.g., drawings, specifications, reports, code interpretations).
  • Must be a United State Citizen.
  • Successful drug screening.
  • Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a security or clearance badge.
  • Must be able to spend long hours standing, sitting, and lifting up to 25 pounds.

Location/Work Arrangement:

  • Primary work locations will be the Oak Ridge, TN and Idaho Falls, ID offices.
  • Full-time, exempt position based on a 40-hour work week.

Benefits:

Boston Government Services offers a competitive total compensation package. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401K, Long and Short-Term Disability.


EEO:

BGS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.


Exclusive Agreement Disclaimer:

BGS has standing contracts with federal agencies throughout the United States. We require an affirmative exclusive agreement to represent all candidates to our clients. By submitting this application, you are consenting to allow BGS to represent you as a candidate for the role in which you are applying.


Full-time, exempt position based on a 40-hour work week.

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