Blykalla is building its first reactor in the United States at Idaho National Laboratory (INL), the US Department of Energy’s (DOE) leading nuclear research site.

We’re looking for a Site Development Manager who knows how that environment works and can take ownership of the site and drive it toward construction readiness.

This is a high-impact role at an early stage. You will be directly involved in getting a first-of-a-kind nuclear project built in the US.

Our US program, Fjäll, is targeting first criticality in 2027/2028 and is backed by ~EUR 50M in funding. We are building this program from the ground up which means every hire is foundational.

Your assignment and mission

You will lead all site and project development activities for our US reactor program (Fjäll), working closely with DOE, INL, and internal engineering and program teams.

This role sits at the intersection of:

• site host partnership & agreements (INL/DOE)

• civil works & infrastructure planning (Phase 0 and beyond)

• site-sharing and co-location coordination with strategic partners

If you’ve worked in environments where progress depends on aligning multiple organizations and moving complex processes forward this will feel familiar.

Your assignment and mission

1. Site & stakeholder ownership

• Manage and develop Blykalla’s relationship with INL and DOE

• Drive site use agreements, land access, and institutional approvals

• Keep critical processes moving across multiple stakeholders

2. Site development & readiness

• Lead planning for site infrastructure (utilities, access, support systems)

• Define what “construction-ready” means and get the site there

• Ensure alignment between site constraints and engineering design

3. Coordination & execution

• Work closely with engineering, program leadership, and external partners

• Align site development with design and construction timelines

• Identify risks early and drive mitigation

Your first 90 days

The Phase 0 civil design timeline is already active and site agreements are on the critical path. In your first 90 days you will:

• Accelerate site use agreements with INL / DOE

• Establish the site planning baseline for Phase 0

• Identify key risks and dependencies tied to site development

What we’re looking for

Must have

• Experience in site development, project development, or infrastructure delivery

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Environmental Science, Project Management, or equivalent.

• Background in energy, infrastructure, industrial, or government-adjacent programs

• Strong stakeholder management across multiple organizations

• Experience working with or within a DOE national laboratory or similar environment

• US work authorization

Strong advantage

• Existing relationships within DOE or national labs (especially INL)

• Experience with permitting, site use agreements, or government processes

• Background in nuclear or other highly regulated industries

• Experience managing complex programs with multiple parallel workstreams

This role is a strong fit if you have worked at:

• A DOE national laboratory

• An energy or infrastructure project developer

• A large engineering, EPC, or industrial project organization

If you're not sure you meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply

About Blykalla

Blykalla is a Swedish nuclear technology company developing advanced small modular reactors (SMRs) using lead-cooled technology and innovative fuel.

Our US program is being built from the ground up which means every hire is foundational and every role carries real ownership.

Location

Austin, TX, with regular travel to Idaho Falls, ID

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package reflecting the seniority and strategic importance of this role.

Base salary: $145,000–$180,000 annually, depending on location, experience, and background

In addition, you can expect:

• Equity participation

• Comprehensive benefits through Deel, including medical, dental, and vision insurance and 401(k)

The salary range reflects our target bands for Idaho Falls and Austin. The final offer will be determined based on qualifications and location.

So, what do you think?

This is a rare opportunity to play a foundational role in bringing an advanced nuclear reactor to life in the United States. You’ll have real ownership, real influence, and the chance to build something that lasts.

Apply now and help shape the future of clean energy.

We are proud to foster an inclusive workplace free from discrimination. We strongly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and background makes us better — and we encourage everyone to apply.

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