Senior Structural Design Engineer - Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Kiewit•Lenexa, OR

1d•$130,000 - $195,000

About The Position

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is hiring a Senior Structural Design Engineer to lead analysis and design for complex concrete and steel structures, foundations, equipment supports, and critical infrastructure on nuclear, power, and industrial projects across North America. The role involves solving complex engineering challenges, influencing technical solutions, leading design efforts, and mentoring structural engineers. The engineer will work with multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams throughout the project lifecycle, from early design and FEED through detailed engineering, procurement, and construction support. The position is based in Lenexa, Kansas; Houston, Texas; Knoxville, Tennessee; or Itasca, Illinois. Other locations may be considered, and remote or hybrid arrangements may be considered under approved circumstances.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
Professional Engineer (PE) registration in at least one U.S. state.
10–15 years of structural engineering design experience in nuclear, conventional power, industrial, or similar complex engineering environments.
Advanced knowledge of mechanics of materials, structural behavior, and finite element analysis methods.
Strong experience with structural analysis and design software such as ANSYS APDL, SAP2000, GT STRUDL, STAAD.Pro, LS-DYNA, or similar tools.
In-depth knowledge and practical application of applicable North American structural design codes and standards, including IBC, ASCE 7, ASCE 4, ASCE 43, ACI 318, ACI 349, AISC 360, and AISC N690.
Familiarity with U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) regulations and U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) requirements.
Demonstrated experience with seismic design and analysis, including equivalent static and response spectrum methods.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple technical priorities and project deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to less experienced engineers.
Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% for business needs and team training.
Ability to work paid overtime as required.
Regular, reliable attendance; timely work and deadline completion; effective and professional communication; and the ability to perform work safely, follow instructions, and work normal hours, overtime, or weekends as required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
3–5 years of nuclear industry experience.
Knowledge of and experience with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC), Section III.

Responsibilities

Work as a senior individual contributor, independently and with minimal guidance from the Project Engineering Manager and Department Manager.
Lead and provide technical direction to teams of early- and mid-career engineers as needed.
Mentor and provide on-the-job technical development for less experienced engineers.
Perform advanced static and dynamic structural analyses using ANSYS APDL, SAP2000, GT STRUDL, STAAD.Pro, LS-DYNA, or similar software.
Design buildings, building foundations, equipment platforms and foundations, pipe racks, and other concrete and steel structures.
Develop project design criteria, engineering calculations, technical specifications, quantities, cost estimates, and supporting project documentation.
Ensure engineering deliverables comply with applicable regulatory requirements, industry codes and standards, and Kiewit Nuclear Solutions Quality Assurance requirements.
Support estimates, FEED, detailed engineering, procurement, and construction activities.
Support structural engineering tools, workflows, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Deliver engineering work within established project budgets and schedules.
Interface with designers and review structural drawings and design documentation.
Collaborate with other engineering disciplines and project stakeholders on coordinated multidisciplinary design reviews.
Provide technical guidance to junior staff developing engineering calculations, specifications, and other technical documentation.
Support engineering and project change management requirements.