Lead Structural Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy • Chattanooga, TN

1d • $118,023 - $180,313 • Hybrid

About The Position

This is a lead design engineering position in structural engineering supporting new nuclear facilities and upgrades and modifications to nuclear power plants. The role guides a team of structural engineers, coordinates with engineers from other disciplines, and interfaces directly with clients. It involves applying knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design across projects for various clients. The position is based on a hybrid schedule requiring in-office work three days per week. Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews, and to plant sites for construction coordination and field verification, may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• At least 10 years of experience working as a member of a project team designing and analyzing nuclear facility structures.
• Proficiency with structural analysis software such as STAAD, SAP2000, SAFE, STRUDL, or ANSYS.
• Familiarity with design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, N690, ACI 318, and ACI 349.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• The employer does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Master of Science in Civil Engineering.
• On-site construction support experience.
• PE or SE license.
• 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

• Lead a structural engineering team on projects for new nuclear facilities and upgrades and modifications to nuclear power plants.
• Guide structural engineers and coordinate with engineers from other disciplines and clients.
• Prepare, review, and guide design calculations; develop specifications; and work with designers on drawing development.
• Prepare, review, or guide structural analysis and design for steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment, and foundations.
• Travel as needed to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant sites for construction coordination and field verification of designs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health plans.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Back-up daycare.
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account.
• 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.
• Yearly discretionary bonus may be available to eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

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