Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Nuclear Site Development

RISINGSUN TECHNOLOGIES is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer specializing in nuclear site development. The role involves leading subsurface exploration programs, overseeing seismic foundation designs, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards for geotechnical engineering.

Responsibilities:

• Lead subsurface exploration programs (geophysics, deep borings, cross-hole seismic testing)
• Oversee Seismic Category I foundations, deep soil mixing, rock anchoring under below-grade structures
• Ensure geotechnical lab testing + field inspections comply with NQA-1
• Provide input/defense of Geotechnical & Seismology sections for NRC/international license applications
• Support PSHA and determination of SSE parameters
• Develop/review 3D hydrogeological models (groundwater chemistry/flow impacts on foundations)
• Review heavy-haul paths for large modules/components
• Proactively mitigate geotechnical risks impacting schedule (faults/voids, heave, backfill issues, etc.)
• Support proposals/early works; interface with partners/customers/regulators; ensure quality deliverables

Requirements:

• BS in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, or related
• 10+ years geotechnical engineering experience
• 5+ years nuclear OR equivalent large-scale power generation new builds
• May require access to U.S. export-controlled information (authorization if required)
• MS/PhD in Geotechnical/Engineering Geology
• PE and/or GE/CEG (as applicable)
• SSI modeling expertise; seismic slope stability; settlement analysis for heavy modular loads
• Knowledge of NRC RG 1.132, RG 1.138, ASCE 7, IBC, ASTM D1557, ISO 9001
• Split quality site experience; large excavation management