Senior Structural Engineer 1 - Energy & Industrial Group

Sargent & Lundy•Englewood, CO

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Structural Engineer 1 will apply structural engineering expertise in materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design to develop cost-effective solutions for new and existing power plant, oil and gas, and industrial facility projects. The role involves creating calculations, design documents, and specifications; analyzing complex loading conditions, including wind, seismic, blast, and pressurization; and designing steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment and piping supports, and foundations using computer tools. As a structural lead, the engineer will guide junior engineers and designers, coordinate structural design phases, review work, and collaborate with engineers, project managers, clients, and suppliers. The position also includes investigating and resolving engineering issues, assessing existing facilities, recommending upgrades or repairs, and presenting findings to clients and peers. Client-facing work may require travel to client and vendor offices and plant sites for reviews, condition assessments, construction coordination, and field verification. The position follows a hybrid schedule with in-office work three days per week.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a structural engineering emphasis from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
At least five years of experience as a project team member designing heavy industrial plants or oil and gas plants, with a focus on analysis of steel structures and concrete foundations and supports for new plants or modifications or replacements at existing plants.
Experience selecting structural materials and reviewing and preparing specifications.
Experience writing structural engineering calculations and providing supporting documentation.
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 for industrial plants.
Proficiency with at least one of the following programs: MathCad, STAAD Pro, RISA, SAP2000, SAFE, STRUDL, or ANSYS.
Proficiency with design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must be authorized to work in the United States; the employer does not sponsor work authorization for this position.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Civil Engineering.
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 develop solutions for new and existing designs.
Support power plant, oil and gas, and industrial facility modifications and upgrades by creating calculations, design documents, and specifications.
Conduct structural analyses involving complex loading conditions such as wind, seismic, blast, and pressurization.
Lead structural engineering design efforts and guide junior-level engineers and designers, including coordinating detailed design phases.
Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve structural engineering issues.
Perform structural analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment and piping supports, and foundations.
Develop integrated structural designs and supporting calculations.
Prepare technical specifications for structural materials and prepare engineering studies.
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 support complete and timely designs.
Review existing facilities and propose upgrades or replacements; present findings and recommendations to clients and peers.
Conduct on-site structural condition assessments and recommend repairs or modifications for degraded or repurposed structures.
Share knowledge with experienced engineers through peer-learning and Communities of Practice.
Mentor and support the development of less experienced engineers.
Travel as needed to client and vendor offices and plant sites for design reviews, condition assessments, construction coordination, and field verification of designs.