Urenco USA

At Urenco USA, our people are our greatest strength. That’s why we’re proud to announce two significant leadership appointments that reflect our commitment to developing talent from within and recognizing the deep expertise that drives our success. As we continue to safely operate America’s only commercial uranium enrichment facility and to advance our significant expansion to strengthen the domestic nuclear fuel supply chain, the experienced leadership of Jody Blackshear as Managing Director and Melissa Forest as Investment Program Director will be more important than ever. Jody and Melissa bring decades of knowledge, a proven commitment to our values, and a clear understanding of what it takes to deliver for our customers, employees, and communities. By building on the experience of trusted company veterans, we are ensuring continuity, maintaining our strong culture of safety and operational excellence, and positioning Urenco USA for long-term growth. Their leadership will help guide the next chapter of our mission to provide a secure, reliable source of enriched uranium that supports U.S. energy security and the future of nuclear energy. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e6ygy7Uk #UrencoUSA #Leadership #EnergySecurity #NuclearEnergy #OperationalExcellence #OneUrenco

Urenco USA is seeking a Sr. Lead Buyer to join our team in Eunice, New Mexico. This senior-level role is ideal for an experienced procurement professional ready to lead strategic sourcing initiatives, develop category plans, and deliver long-term value across a global supply chain. The position plays a critical role in supporting operational excellence, supplier performance, and cross-functional collaboration. Key highlights: 🔵Lead complex contract negotiations and supplier management programs 🔵Partner with global category teams to drive best practices and value creation 🔵Mentor procurement professionals and contribute to talent development 🔵Hybrid work model (2–3 days onsite) + relocation support Compensation: $142,285 – $167,394+ Be part of a mission-driven organization advancing clean, sustainable energy If you’re ready to drive impact in a cutting-edge industry, we encourage you to apply. https://lnkd.in/eeuQyFxU

🧩 Building connections beyond the workplace. This past weekend, employees and their families came together for Urenco USA's Family Field Day, hosted by our Family Network, Energia, and the Young People's Network. From games and activities to time spent reconnecting with colleagues and loved ones, the event was a great reminder of the importance of community and the people who support us both at work and at home.☀️ 🌊 💙 A big thank you to everyone who helped organize and participate in this memorable day! #UrencoUSA #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeEngagement #Community

🚀 Investing in the future workforce starts with creating opportunities today. Through a partnership between Urenco USA and New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology, high school-aged children of Urenco USA employees have the opportunity to spend a week immersed in hands-on STEM learning. Today, students arrived on the New Mexico Tech campus in Socorro, checked in with the admissions team, and kicked off an exciting week of exploration, innovation and discovery. 🔬⚙️💡 Urenco USA is proud to support these experiences to help students develop new skills, gain exposure to STEM fields and envision future educational and career pathways, as well as, encourage the next generation of scientists, engineers and innovators. We wish all of our campers a fantastic week at New Mexico Tech! #STEMEducation #WorkforceDevelopment #NewMexicoTech #UrencoUSA

📈 At the halfway point of their summer internship, our 2026 intern cohort continues to build skills, make connections, and gain valuable industry experience at Urenco USA. From ✍️professional development workshops and resume coaching to 🤝 community service with 🧰Habitat for Humanity, these interns have embraced opportunities both inside and outside the workplace. They've explored some of the Southwest's most iconic landscapes, including Carlsbad Caverns and a recent hike to the summit of 🏔️ Guadalupe Peak, the highest point in Texas. Along the way, they've expanded their understanding of the nuclear industry through training on enrichment fundamentals, the fuel cycle, advanced reactors, engineering, Urenco USA history, and more. We're proud of all they've accomplished so far and look forward to seeing what the rest of the summer holds! #UrencoUSA #InternshipProgram #FutureOfNuclear #NuclearEnergy #ProfessionalDevelopment #CommunityEngagement

We had the recent honor of hosting U.S. NRC Commissioner Matthew Marzano for a tour of our New Mexico uranium enrichment plant with members of the company’s senior leadership team. Commissioner Marzano visited several key aspects of the facility, including a centrifuge hall, the cylinder receipt and dispatch area, and the control room. We appreciate Commissioner Marzano’s discussion about our plans for expansion and the work we are doing at the site to ensure a reliable and robust supply of enrichment for U.S. customers. 

Happy US Independence Day to our many American colleagues, stakeholders and partners! It was an honour earlier this week for Urenco to attend the 250th celebrations at the American Ambassador's Residence in London - pictured here with industry colleagues from Westinghouse Electric Company and LucidCatalyst. The US is incredibly important on the #NuclearEnergy world stage, and we are proud to have the only commercial uranium enrichment facility there in Urenco USA, New Mexico 😎🌎 We're committed to being a reliable partner to our American customers and helping bring about the new-nuclear age. #America250

Congratulations to the U.S. advanced reactor companies that achieved initial criticality under the U.S. Department of Energy’s Reactor Pilot Program, including Urenco’s customers Aalo Atomics, Antares Nuclear, and Valar Atomics. This milestone showcases the remarkable progress of the U.S. advanced reactor industry and moves innovative nuclear technologies one step closer to commercial deployment. Urenco is proud to support these pioneering companies as part of their fuel supply teams and looks forward to helping power the next generation of clean, reliable nuclear energy. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eS--4X_c #NuclearEnergy #AdvancedReactors #Innovation #EnergySecurity

🤝 Long-term partnerships power long-term progress. We appreciate the focus here from the American Nuclear Society on the role of long-term customer commitments in enabling new capacity. Our expansion in New Mexico is backed by demand from U.S. utilities and will support both current reactor operations and future growth across the nuclear sector. https://lnkd.in/gvWpeJ6a A strong, reliable domestic fuel supply is critical as the industry continues to evolve. “We thank our customers for their trust in us… Their commitments support our investment decision to expand this vital facility.”— Sarah Riedel, MBA, President & CEO, Urenco Inc. #CustomerTrust #EnergyPartnerships #UrencoUSA

Our teams continue to deliver on our commitment to strengthening the U.S. nuclear fuel supply. We’ve successfully started up the fifth new cascade at our New Mexico facility—ahead of schedule and on budget—with production beginning June 22. This milestone is part of our ongoing program to install 700,000 SWU of new capacity by early 2027, reinforcing our role as a reliable, domestic supplier supporting U.S. utilities and allied nations. Our current capacity program also supports our upcoming work to refurbish existing capacity at the site and to construct a new enrichment process building that will hold 2.1 million SWU of additional capacity, expanding our total capacity to 7+ million SWU over the next decade. These investments align with U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) priorities to expand domestic fuel capabilities and position Urenco USA to help power the next phase of growth for the U.S. nuclear industry. As Managing Director John Kirkpatrick shared: “Our teams are demonstrating what is possible when plans become actions and results.” 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eH5kXXYi #NuclearEnergy #EnergySecurity #CleanEnergy #UraniumEnrichment #Infrastructure #USManufacturing