Senior Structural Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy • Hamilton, NJ

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, specifications, and integrated structural designs; investigating and resolving structural engineering issues; and performing detailed analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment, and foundations. The position also includes reviewing existing facilities and recommending upgrades or replacements, conducting independent reviews of calculations and drawings, and communicating technical information directly to clients.

The engineer coordinates with and provides guidance to other engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to help ensure complete, timely designs. The role includes travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to substations for construction coordination and field verification. The work arrangement is hybrid, with three days per week in the office and the option to work remotely two days per week. A 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.
• Seven 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.
• Experience writing and providing supporting documentation for structural engineering calculations.
• Ability to complete assignments accurately and 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 at least one 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.
• Must be able to work in the United States without employer sponsorship for work authorization.

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.

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 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 and interface directly with 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 Sargent & Lundy's process systems 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.
• Occasionally conduct site walk-downs and attend client scoping meetings.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare plans.
• Medical, dental, and vision 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.
• Potential yearly discretionary bonus.
• Potential relocation package, depending on location.

What This Job Offers

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