The Nuclear Company
Siting Engineer
- Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
- $150k–$173k
- Mid level
- On-site · Columbia, SC or Washington, D.C
- 5+ yrs exp
- Added 3 weeks ago
About this role
The Nuclear Company, a rapidly growing AI-driven startup in the nuclear energy sector, is seeking a Siting Engineer to manage sites through their entire development lifecycle. This role involves technical ownership from initial screening through construction readiness, leveraging AI and a strong understanding of NRC regulations to ensure site characterization, licensing, and design integration. The ideal candidate combines practical site experience with a commitment to producing high-quality, licensing-grade documentation.
What you'll do
- Support site screening during initial evaluations, including hazard assessments and population criteria checks.
- Manage geotechnical, geological, hydrological, ecological, and meteorological investigation programs.
- Prepare site-related sections for regulatory applications (e.g., ESP, COL) and support NRC engagement.
- Translate site data into construction readiness, including early site works permitting and geotechnical reporting.
- Utilize AI tools and GIS platforms to accelerate characterization and decision-making.
- Maintain site data within the company's internal operating system (NOS).
What they're looking for
- Site Characterization
- NRC Regulations (10 CFR 50, 52, 100)
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Hydrological Investigations
- GIS (ArcGIS)
- Licensing-Grade Documentation
- Stage-Gate (FEL) Framework
- Data Analysis
Benefits
- Competitive
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The Nuclear Company
Likely interview questions
- Describe your experience with NRC siting regulations and how you apply them in practice.
- How have you used AI or data analytics to improve site characterization or decision-making?