Lead Structural Engineer 1 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy • Chicago, IL

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Lead Structural Engineer will apply expertise in materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design to power transmission modifications and upgrades. Working as part of an engineering and design team, the engineer will develop calculations, design documents, and specifications; investigate and resolve structural engineering issues; and perform detailed analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment, and foundations. The role includes developing integrated structural designs, preparing technical specifications, and independently reviewing calculations and drawings produced by others.

The position involves direct client communication, coordination with engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers, and review of existing facilities to recommend upgrades and replacements. The engineer will share knowledge through Sargent & Lundy’s process systems and Communities of Practice. Travel may include client and vendor offices for design reviews and substation locations for construction coordination and field verification. The position uses a hybrid arrangement, with three days per week in the office and two days remote. A generous relocation package may be available depending on location.

Requirements

• BSCE or MSCE from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program.
• Strong academic background in behavior of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design.
• 10 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 within budget and schedule with a high degree of accuracy.
• 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 one or more of MathCad, STAAD PRO, SAP2000, SAFE, RISA 3D, and RISA Floor.
• Familiarity with design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Work authorization sponsorship in the U.S. is not provided for this position.

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.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design to power transmission modifications and upgrades.
• Develop 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 design.
• 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.
• 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.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid bereavement leave.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Yearly discretionary bonus may be available to eligible employees.
• Relocation package may be available depending on location.

What This Job Offers

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