Lead Structural Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy•Augusta, GA

10d•$116,620 - $179,890•Hybrid

About The Position

Joining Sargent & Lundy's Nuclear Power Group as a Structural Engineer – Project Lead presents a distinctive opportunity for professional growth in the exciting field of carbon-free nuclear energy and related technologies. As part of our team, you will be supporting advanced technology projects, collaborating with top industry professionals, tackling exciting challenges, and contributing to the advancement of safe and reliable nuclear power generation for a greener future. You will also have access to extensive training programs and mentorship opportunities, enabling you to enhance your knowledge and expertise. This is a Structural Engineer Project Lead position that offers a variety of interesting and challenging opportunities in structural engineering and will provide an excellent opportunity to advance your career. In this position you will guide a team of structural engineers, interface with clients and engineers from other disciplines as well as manage a variety of exciting projects. You will be involved in the design of new nuclear facilities including Small Modular Reactors, Advanced Reactors and Medical Isotope Facilities, and in upgrades to US and International operating nuclear plants. This position will enable you to: Apply your knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design in the successful execution of assigned tasks Work on a wide range of projects for various clients and interface with them as required Direct the preparation and review of design calculations, specifications, reports and other deliverables and support designers with drawing development. Supervise and mentor others in the development of quality engineering deliverables Perform the structural analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, and foundations using our state-of-the-art computer tools Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.

Requirements

BS in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
10 or more years of experience working as a member of a project team in the design and analysis of industrial / heavy commercial or nuclear facility structures
Proficiency with structural analysis software such as STAAD, SAP2000, SAFE, STRUDL, or ANSYS
Proficiency with design codes and standards such as ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
PE or SE license

Nice To Haves

MS in Civil Engineering degree
On-site construction support experience

Responsibilities

Apply your knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design in the successful execution of assigned tasks
Work on a wide range of projects for various clients and interface with them as required
Direct the preparation and review of design calculations, specifications, reports and other deliverables and support designers with drawing development.
Supervise and mentor others in the development of quality engineering deliverables
Perform the structural analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, and foundations using our state-of-the-art computer tools
Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs