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General Information

Name
Communications Specialist
Ref #
14751
Posting Date
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Country
United States
Region
Tennessee
City
Oak Ridge (TN)
Business Unit (BU)
CE
Type of Employment
Permanent/Regular
Desired Starting Date
01-07-2026
Work Schedule
Full time
Remote Work
In office
Job
C - COMMUNICATION

Description

Description

About Orano

Join our team to help meet current and future challenges to build the clean energy world of tomorrow. By joining the Orano Group, you will be a part of a leading international player in the nuclear industry. Our strengths? Across the entire fuel cycle, we have extensive expertise in cutting-edge technologies, safe, high value-added products and services, and a strong capacity for innovation.

Overview

Step into a career-defining opportunity with Orano USA, a global leader in nuclear innovation, as we launch Project IKE—a cutting-edge uranium enrichment facility in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. As the Communication Specialist, you’ll be at the forefront of building one of the most advanced clean energy infrastructures in the country.

This isn’t just another Communication role. You’ll be will directly support Orano’s Project IKE development of a uranium enrichment facility in Oak Ridge and will also serve as the company’s community liaison. Your responsibilities will include supporting the development and implementation of communication strategies through writing, editing, community engagement, and media relations for a multi-billion-dollar facility that will power America’s energy independence. 

If you’re ready to lead with purpose, solve big engineering challenges, and leave a legacy in sustainable energy—Project IKE is calling.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support Orano’s Project IKE development through communications and community engagement, with local high schools, colleges, and universities and regional municipalities, Industrial
  • Development Boards, and business organizations
  • Attend public meetings relevant to Project IKE
  • Write and edit external communication materials, including press releases, articles, social media posts, presentations, talking points, and website content
  • Serve as a point of contact for community stakeholders
  • Support and attend regional events involving Orano’s Project IKE or corporate teams
  • Monitor and help manage the organization’s public image
  • Assist with media relations, including outreach and responding to media inquiries
  • Ensure adherence to Orano’s branding, messaging, image, and graphics requirements
  • Create and update internal communications content
  • Assess, compile and format actionable metrics
  • Perform special projects as assigned
Requirements

All candidates must meet the following minimum requirements to be considered for this opportunity. Candidates who exceed minimum qualifications may be considered for a higher-level position.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
  • 2-4 years of related experience
  • Excellent writing and editing skills, including persuasive, descriptive, creative, social, website, and technical messaging
  • Displays business acumen, poise, engagement skills, and customer service
  • Good networking, listening, questioning, and analytical skills
  • Proficient with business software, including word processing, presentations, and spreadsheets
  • Familiar with using artificial intelligence (AI) for communications tasks
  • Exhibits proactive self-sufficiency and a wide degree of creativity
  • Ability to work both independently and effectively in a team environment
  • Ability to prioritize work assignments and shift work efforts in dynamic situations
  • Ability to work in a global organization across a variety of international cultures

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance – with generous employer contributions
  • 401(k) with employer matching and contribution amounts
  • Life insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance provided by the company
  • Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules
  • Numerous Training and Development opportunities
  • and more…

Orano Group

Present in the United States for 60 years, Orano USA is a leading technology and services provider to the U.S. commercial and federal markets.

Orano’s activities in the U.S. include developing uranium enrichment facility in Oak Ridge, TN ; packages and transportation of uranium & nuclear fuel assemblies ; fabricating & installing used nuclear fuel dry storage canisters and casks, conducting pool-to-pad used nuclear fuel transfers ; providing solutions to the National Labs and to the Dept of Energy ; and supplying U.S. nuclear energy utilities with uranium, conversion, and enrichment services.

In the nuclear medicine field, Orano Med is at the forefront of research in nuclear medicine and is developing a new generation of targeted therapies against cancer using the unique properties of lead-212. 
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

This position requires a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Orano is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Orano and all subsidiaries abide by applicable legal requirements. We ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, and company-sponsored training are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran, or other protected status.

Location Details

Oak Ridge (TN), Tennessee, United States