Nuclear Engineer Jobs in Georgia
Nuclear Engineer jobs in Georgia are in active demand, concentrated in the nuclear power generation, defense, and research sectors, with openings at every level from early-career engineers through senior specialists and project leads. The heaviest hiring is centered in Augusta, Atlanta, and the Vogtle area near Waynesboro, where anchor employers like Georgia Power, Westinghouse Electric Company, and Savannah River Nuclear Solutions maintain a sustained presence. The most sought-after specialties in Georgia listings are reactor operations support, nuclear safety analysis, and radiation protection engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Vice President, Nuclear Geotechnical Engineer in our Atlanta, GA or any of our United States offices. The work will primarily consist of the practice of geotechnical engineering for safety related subsurface investigations in support of new nuclear power plants. You will serve as a technical professional and/or leader for in-depth investigations of the geologic profile, seismicity, surface ruptures, voids, slope stability, aquifers, reactor excavation design, and foundation design. Responsible for SME innovation and administration; ensuring corporate compliance with all Local, State, and Federal environmental and safety regulations; and providing direction to address current and future environmental challenges in a rapidly changing and complex business climate.
Your Impact
- Provide proactive and strategic leadership for the scientific discipline and function, offering direction, expertise, and support to ensure project and work site deliverables are successfully achieved within the business sector.
- Actively foster compliance with applicable Federal, State, and Local environmental laws, policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure that scientific discipline certifications, accreditations, and value proposition is developed and continuously improved.
- Schedule scientific discipline meetings, providing updates and recommendations to ensure that all reasonable and proper measures are taken to inculcate discipline expertise and innovation into project work.
- Develop and inform proposal and project scopes, timelines, pricing, and budgetary metrics.
- 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; Master’s degree a plus.
- 15+ years of Engineer experience in a corporate environment.
- 3+ years of Geotechnical Engineer in support of licensing and design 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.
- Experience with the collection of field data using soil borings, rock coring, CPTs, geophysical methods, etc.
- Experience reviewing and summarizing detailed geologic papers and studies.
- Experience assigning, evaluating, and interpreting geotechnical laboratory testing and analyses
- Prepare Safety Analysis Reports to support Early Site Permit, Construction Permit, and/or Combined Operating License Applications for submission to the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission (US NRC).
- 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.
- Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to quickly adapt to change. Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree is preferred.
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WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
www.wsp.com
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Vice President, Nuclear Geotechnical Engineer in our Atlanta, GA or any of our United States offices. The work will primarily consist of the practice of geotechnical engineering for safety related subsurface investigations in support of new nuclear power plants. You will serve as a technical professional and/or leader for in-depth investigations of the geologic profile, seismicity, surface ruptures, voids, slope stability, aquifers, reactor excavation design, and foundation design. Responsible for SME innovation and administration; ensuring corporate compliance with all Local, State, and Federal environmental and safety regulations; and providing direction to address current and future environmental challenges in a rapidly changing and complex business climate.
Your Impact
- Provide proactive and strategic leadership for the scientific discipline and function, offering direction, expertise, and support to ensure project and work site deliverables are successfully achieved within the business sector.
- Actively foster compliance with applicable Federal, State, and Local environmental laws, policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure that scientific discipline certifications, accreditations, and value proposition is developed and continuously improved.
- Schedule scientific discipline meetings, providing updates and recommendations to ensure that all reasonable and proper measures are taken to inculcate discipline expertise and innovation into project work.
- Develop and inform proposal and project scopes, timelines, pricing, and budgetary metrics.
- 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; Master’s degree a plus.
- 15+ years of Engineer experience in a corporate environment.
- 3+ years of Geotechnical Engineer in support of licensing and design 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.
- Experience with the collection of field data using soil borings, rock coring, CPTs, geophysical methods, etc.
- Experience reviewing and summarizing detailed geologic papers and studies.
- Experience assigning, evaluating, and interpreting geotechnical laboratory testing and analyses
- Prepare Safety Analysis Reports to support Early Site Permit, Construction Permit, and/or Combined Operating License Applications for submission to the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission (US NRC).
- 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.
- Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to quickly adapt to change. Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree is preferred.
#LI-GD1
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
www.wsp.com
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
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Nuclear Engineer Job Market in Georgia
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Who's Hiring
- Sargent & Lundy23
- WSP2
- S&ME2
- Hatch2
- 4P Consulting2
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services11
- Energy6
- Technology & Software2
- Science & Research1
- Construction & Real Estate1
What Georgia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nuclear engineer jobs across Georgia.
- Active Professional Engineer license issued or reciprocally recognized by the Georgia State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
- Bachelor's degree or higher in nuclear engineering or a closely related engineering discipline from an accredited program
- Experience with reactor systems, nuclear safety analysis, or radiation protection in a commercial or government nuclear facility
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance appropriate to defense or federal nuclear site work in Georgia
- Familiarity with NRC regulations, 10 CFR standards, and nuclear quality assurance programs such as ASME NQA-1
- Proficiency with nuclear analysis codes and simulation tools such as RELAP, MCNP, or SCALE for design and safety work
Nuclear Engineer Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a nuclear engineer in Georgia?
You become a nuclear engineer in Georgia by earning an accredited bachelor's degree in nuclear or related engineering, then pursuing licensure through the Georgia State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors, which requires passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam followed by the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam after gaining qualifying experience. Many Georgia employers at nuclear power plants and defense sites also require or strongly prefer candidates who can obtain a federal security clearance.
How much do nuclear engineers make in Georgia?
Nuclear engineers in Georgia earn a median of about $132,440 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $81,800 for the lowest 10% to over $173,100 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire nuclear engineers in Georgia?
Employers hiring nuclear engineers in Georgia right now include Sargent & Lundy, WSP, and S&ME, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Georgia's nuclear sector is anchored by large power generation and defense-related operations, so most sustained hiring comes from utilities, federal contractors, and engineering services firms supporting sites like Plant Vogtle and the Savannah River area.
Which Georgia cities have the most nuclear engineer jobs?
The Georgia cities with the most nuclear engineer openings are Atlanta, Augusta, and Peachtree Corners. The distribution reflects Georgia's nuclear geography: Augusta and the Waynesboro corridor are driven by Plant Vogtle and Savannah River contractor activity, while Atlanta concentrates corporate engineering offices, consulting firms, and Georgia Power's headquarters operations that support the broader fleet.
Are there remote nuclear engineer jobs in Georgia?
Yes, but they're rare. About 83% of nuclear engineer openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which reflects the hands-on, site-specific nature of most nuclear work. The roles most likely to carry remote or hybrid flexibility are regulatory analysis, licensing documentation, and computational safety modeling positions that don't require physical presence at a reactor or defense facility.
How can I get hired as a nuclear engineer in Georgia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to new-graduate or early-career programs run by Georgia Power and its major contractors at Plant Vogtle, which regularly bring on engineers with no commercial nuclear experience and provide structured on-the-job training. Candidates who have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, completed a nuclear-related internship or co-op, or hold a secret clearance eligibility stand out in these applicant pools. Adjacent roles like health physics technician or reactor operator at a research reactor, such as those at Georgia Tech, can also serve as a practical bridge into full engineering positions.
Where can I find and apply to nuclear engineer jobs in Georgia?
You can find and apply to nuclear engineer jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings in the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your background and target location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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