Lead Structural Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy • Chattanooga, TN

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a member of an 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 involves developing 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 engineer develops integrated structural designs and supporting calculations, prepares structural-material specifications, and conducts independent reviews of others’ calculations and drawings.

The position includes direct client communication, coordination and guidance for engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers, and reviews of existing facilities to recommend upgrades or replacements. The engineer presents findings and recommendations to clients and peers, participates in knowledge-sharing through Sargent & Lundy’s processes and Communities of Practice, and travels to client and vendor offices and substation sites for design reviews, construction coordination, and field verification. The position follows a hybrid schedule requiring in-office work three days per week.

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 providing supporting documentation.
• Ability to complete assignments accurately and within budget and schedule.
• Practical technical knowledge of structural engineering, 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 one or more 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 be able to work in the U.S. without employer-sponsored work authorization.

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 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 directly to clients.
• Prepare technical specifications for structural materials.
• Independently review work performed by others, including calculations and drawing preparation.
• Coordinate 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 Sargent & Lundy’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.
• Eligible employees may participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.

What This Job Offers

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