Senior Structural Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy • Richmond, VA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a member of an engineering and design team, the Senior Structural Engineer 2 applies knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design to power transmission modifications and upgrades. The role involves developing calculations, design documents, and specifications; investigating and resolving structural engineering issues; and performing structural analysis and detailed design for steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment, and foundations. The engineer interfaces directly with clients, prepares technical specifications, independently reviews engineering work, and coordinates with engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to deliver complete designs on schedule. The position also includes reviews of existing facilities, presenting upgrade recommendations, and professional development through peer learning and Sargent & Lundy's Communities of Practice.

Travel is required to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to substation locations for construction coordination and field verification. The role has a hybrid arrangement: three days per week in the office and two days working remotely. A relocation package may be available depending on location. Sargent & Lundy does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.

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.
• 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 site walk-downs and attend client-site scoping meetings.
• Experience writing structural engineering calculations and supporting documentation.
• Ability to complete assignments accurately within budget and schedule.
• Practical knowledge of 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.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (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, where relevant.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design to power transmission modifications and upgrades.
• Create calculations, design documents, and specifications in support of 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.
• Interface directly with clients and communicate technical information.
• 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.
• Develop professionally through peer learning and sharing knowledge through Sargent & Lundy's processes and Communities of Practice.
• Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to substations 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.
• FSA and 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.
• Potential yearly discretionary bonus for eligible employees.
• Potential relocation package, depending on location.

What This Job Offers

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