On-Call Nuclear Materials Engineering

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a On-Call Nuclear Materials Engineer in our Charlotte, NC office. The work will primarily consist of the practice of geotechnical and construction materials engineering for safety-related laboratory and field construction services projects in support of new nuclear power plant design and construction. You will serve as a technical professional and/or subject matter expert for nuclear safety-related testing projects across the country.  

Your Impact

• Provide technical review of laboratory and field test reports for safety-related materials testing projects. 
• Provide technical leadership to WSP’s nuclear program to support high-quality project outcomes and growth of the program.
• Actively foster compliance with applicable Federal, State, and Local environmental laws, policies, and regulatory requirements, including the requirements of WSP’s Nuclear Quality Assurance Program which meets the requirements of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B and ASME NQA-1.
• May inform proposal and project scopes, timelines, and pricing for future work.
• Interpret and summarize data, including reports and documents that result in sound scientific and regulatory conclusions.
• Provide verbal and/or written inputs to multi-disciplinary project teams and contribute to providing high level strategic advice to clients.
• Mentor staff to support their growth and professional development.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or closely related engineering discipline, or equivalent experience.
• 12+ years of Engineer experience in a corporate environment. 
• 3+ years of Engineer experience in support of licensing, and design, and construction 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.
• Demonstrated experience with construction materials testing projects under nuclear safety related quality assurance requirements. 
• Experience reviewing and summarizing laboratory and field test reports for construction materials testing projects.
• Experience assigning, evaluating, and interpreting laboratory testing and analyses.
• 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.