Senior Structural Engineer 2 - Grid
About The Position
As a member of an engineering and design team, the Senior Structural Engineer 2 applies expertise in materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design to power transmission modifications and upgrades. The role develops calculations, document designs, and specifications; investigates and resolves structural engineering issues; and performs structural analysis and detailed design for steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment, and foundations. It also includes reviews of existing facilities to recommend upgrades and replacements, with findings presented to clients and peers. The position involves direct client communication, independent reviews of calculations and drawings, and coordination with engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to deliver timely, complete designs. The engineer will travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to substations for construction coordination and field verification. The position is based on a hybrid schedule requiring three days per week in the office. Sargent & Lundy supports peer learning through its processes and Communities of Practice.
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.
- At least 7 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 accurately and within budget and schedule.
- 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, 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.
- The employer does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.
Nice To Haves
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Experience designing light industrial building structures.
- Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant, including AI, automation, or programming; such experience is valued but not required unless specified elsewhere in the job description.
Responsibilities
- Apply knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design to power transmission modifications and upgrades.
- Create calculations, document designs, and prepare specifications to support client recommendations and reviews.
- Investigate, troubleshoot, and solve 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.
- Communicate technical information directly to clients.
- Prepare technical specifications for structural materials.
- 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 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 peer learning and the company's Communities of Practice.
- Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to substation locations for construction coordination and field verification.
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.
- Eligible positions may participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
