Lead Structural Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy • Greenville, SC

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a member of Sargent & Lundy’s engineering and design team, the Lead Structural Engineer 2 applies knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design to power transmission modifications and upgrades. The role develops calculations, design documents, and specifications; performs analysis and detailed design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment, and foundations; and investigates and resolves structural engineering issues. The engineer works directly with clients, coordinates with engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers, and reviews existing facilities to recommend upgrades or replacements. The position also includes independent reviews of calculations and drawings, technical specification writing, and sharing expertise through the company’s peer-learning systems and Communities of Practice.

The position follows a hybrid work schedule, with in-office work required three days per week. Travel to client and vendor offices, as well as substation locations for construction coordination and field verification, is required. Sargent & Lundy does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.

Requirements

• BSCE or MSCE from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program, with a strong academic background in behavior of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design.
• 12 or more years of experience as a practicing structural engineer; experience on project teams designing and upgrading electrical substations is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients using an appropriate level of technical detail.
• Ability to perform occasional walk-downs and visit client sites to attend scoping meetings.
• Experience writing structural engineering calculations and providing supporting documentation.
• Ability to complete assignments accurately within budget and schedule.
• Technical knowledge of practical structural engineering applications, including analysis of structural supports, loads, and design integrity.
• Experience with design techniques, tools, and principles used to produce technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Proficiency with at least one of the following programs: MathCad, STAAD PRO, SAP2000, SAFE, RISA 3D, or RISA Floor.
• Familiarity with design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• PE license.
• Experience designing light industrial building structures.
• Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to the role; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued but not required.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design to power transmission modifications and upgrades.
• Create calculations, design documents, and specifications to support client recommendations and reviews.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve a variety of structural engineering issues.
• Perform structural analysis and detailed design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment, and foundations.
• Develop integrated structural designs and supporting calculations for planned work.
• Communicate technical information and interface directly with clients.
• Prepare technical specifications for structural materials.
• Independently review work performed by others, including calculations and drawing preparation.
• Coordinate with and provide guidance to engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to ensure complete and timely designs.
• Review existing facilities, propose upgrades and replacements, and present findings and recommendations to clients and peers.
• Share knowledge with experienced engineers through the company’s processes and Communities of Practice.
• Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to substation locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health plans.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Back-up daycare.
• FSA and HSA.
• 401(k).
• Pre-tax commuter account.
• Merit scholarship program.
• Employee discount program.
• Corporate charitable giving program.
• Tuition assistance.
• First professional licensure bonus.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Paid annual personal/sick time.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid bereavement leave.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Potential eligibility to participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior