Sr. Engineering Geologist​/Hydrogeologist

** Requisition :  296912*
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** Relocation Authorized:  National - Family*
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** Telework Type:
Part-Time Telework*
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* Work Location:

Reston, VA*
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** Salary Range:
** XXX - XXX annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)

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# Project Overview:

Bechtel and Westinghouse Electric Company have partnered to deliver the first AP1000 nuclear power reactors in Poland for our customer, the Polish Entity Polskie Elektrownie Jadrowe (PEJ). Bechtel will be the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contractor for the project. As the EPC, our responsibilities will include providing the design for the Turbine Island and Balance of Plant as well as the construction of the entire facility.  

This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity, and we are looking for the talent that will help expand Poland's nuclear base and build a strong and long-lasting energy future for generations to come. This position is subject to U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) regulations at 10 CFR Part 810 (Part 810), which govern the transfer of hardware, materials, and technology to support the construction and operation of commercial nuclear power plants overseas

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Job Summary:

This position will be responsible for providing technical leadership and oversight of engineering geological, hydrogeological, and groundwater modeling activities performed by project staff, subcontractors, and subject matter experts to support plant licensing and engineering designs. This position is based in our Reston, VA office and has technical responsibility for oversight of geological investigations and laboratory testing, origination and/or checking of geological calculations, development of conceptual ground models, development of groundwater models, preparation of licensing documents, preparation of reports, and preparation of design documents such as specifications, etc.  

The position reports to the G&HES EGS on the Project and coordinates with other G&HES technical specialists, subcontractors, and client representatives in the development of licensing and design documents. In addition, it will be required that the candidate have excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) and embrace Bechtel's diversity & inclusion, leadership, quality, and safety values.

# Major Responsibilities:

+   Plan, coordinate and prepare specifications, bid evaluations, and award recommendations for subsurface exploration, groundwater monitoring program, and material subcontractors.

+   Develop geotechnical/geological/hydrogeological investigation plans and subsequently supervise field investigations.

+   Provide recommendations for geophysical surveys meeting site characterization objectives.

+   Review geotechnical subcontractor's reports and prepare comments and recommendations.

+   Establish technical approaches, methodologies, and acceptance criteria for hydrogeological and geological analyses and deliverables.

+   Review technical reports, calculations, specifications, licensing documents, and design inputs prepared by project teams and subcontractors.

+   Lead technical reviews of groundwater flow and contaminant transport models and ensure compliance with project quality requirements and licensing commitments.

+   Direct and mentor junior hydrogeologists, engineering geologists, and subcontractor personnel.

+   Coordinate work between specialty and other engineering groups or disciplines, the client, suppliers, contractors, and other divisional groups.

+   Review quantity estimates and staffing requirements for forecasts and change orders.

+   Participate in and foster a work environment that is based upon openness, trust, communication, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction.

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Education and Experience Requirements:

+   M.S. in hydrogeology, engineering geology, or other related geosciences discipline, and 8 years progressive related experience, or Ph.D. degree in the same…