Lead Structural Engineer 2 - Grid
About The Position
The Lead Structural Engineer 2 applies knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design as part of an engineering and design team supporting power transmission modifications and upgrades. The role includes preparing calculations, design documents, and specifications; investigating and resolving structural engineering issues; and performing structural analysis and detailed design for steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment, and foundations. The position develops integrated structural designs and supporting calculations, prepares technical specifications for structural materials, and independently reviews other engineers’ calculations and drawings. It involves direct communication with clients, coordination and guidance of engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers, and evaluation of existing facilities to recommend upgrades or replacements. The engineer may travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to substation sites for construction coordination and field verification. This position follows a hybrid schedule requiring in-office work three days per week. Sargent & Lundy supports peer learning through its processes and Communities of Practice. Employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools where relevant, while remaining accountable for their work and applying professional judgment and review. U.S. work authorization sponsorship is not available 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 for scoping meetings.
- Experience writing structural engineering calculations and supporting documentation.
- Ability to complete assignments within budget and schedule with a high degree of accuracy.
- Practical knowledge of 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 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.
- Must already have U.S. work authorization; the employer does not sponsor work authorization for this position.
Nice To Haves
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Experience designing light industrial building structures.
- Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies 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.
- Prepare calculations, design documents, and specifications to support client recommendations and reviews.
- Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve 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.
- Communicate technical information directly to 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.
- Develop professionally through peer learning and knowledge sharing in 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 plans.
- Life and accident insurance.
- Disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Back-up daycare.
- Flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (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 (PST).
- Paid vacation.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid parental leave.
- Paid bereavement leave.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Eligible positions may include participation in a yearly discretionary bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
