Lead Engineer – Geotechnical
Core
Lead a team of engineers to deliver geotechnical design and analysis for Small Modular Reactor (SMR) infrastructure, ensuring safe site-specific deployment.
Role type
Lead Engineer – Geotechnical
Builds
Geotechnical solutions for SMR projects (Reactor Island, Cooling Water Island, Balance of Plant)
Domain
Nuclear energy / Civil engineering / Geotechnics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Geotechnical analysis, foundation design, earthworks, retaining structures, code compliance, stakeholder engagement, technical governance, safety case development, team leadership, cost control
Preferred skills
Nuclear industry experience, complex infrastructure project leadership
Technologies
Geotechnical analysis software, design tools
Responsibilities
Provide technical leadership and governance for geotechnical deliverables; Lead geotechnical design for foundations, earthworks, and offshore infrastructure; Manage ground investigations and interpret site data; Lead delivery of geotechnical analyses and safety justification; Manage programme resourcing and cost control; Mentor junior engineers and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams
Seniority
Lead, hands-on IC with team management