[Hiring] Vice President, Nuclear Geotechnical Engineer @WSP

Role Description

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Vice President, Nuclear Geotechnical Engineer in our Atlanta, GA or any of our United States offices. The work will primarily consist of the practice of geotechnical engineering for safety-related subsurface investigations in support of new nuclear power plants. You will serve as a technical professional and/or leader for in-depth investigations of:

• Geologic profile
• Seismicity
• Surface ruptures
• Voids
• Slope stability
• Aquifers
• Reactor excavation design
• Foundation design

Responsible for SME innovation and administration; ensuring corporate compliance with all Local, State, and Federal environmental and safety regulations; and providing direction to address current and future environmental challenges in a rapidly changing and complex business climate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or closely related engineering discipline; Master’s degree a plus.
• 15+ years of Engineer experience in a corporate environment.
• 3+ years of Geotechnical Engineer in support of licensing and design of nuclear power facilities.
• Demonstrated experience working under Nuclear Quality Assurance Programs that meet the requirements of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B and ASME NQA-1.
• Experience with the collection of field data using soil borings, rock coring, CPTs, geophysical methods, etc.
• Experience reviewing and summarizing detailed geologic papers and studies.
• Experience assigning, evaluating, and interpreting geotechnical laboratory testing and analyses.
• Prepare Safety Analysis Reports to support Early Site Permit, Construction Permit, and/or Combined Operating License Applications for submission to the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission (US NRC).
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or ability to obtain PE.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively, persuasively, and tactfully interact with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to quickly adapt to change.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree is preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings.
• Flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs.