Senior Structural Engineer 2 - Grid
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 develops calculations, design documents, and specifications; investigates and resolves structural engineering issues; and performs structural analysis and detailed design for steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment, and foundations. The position interfaces directly with clients, conducts independent reviews, and coordinates with engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to deliver complete designs on schedule. The role also includes evaluating existing facilities and recommending upgrades or replacements, and traveling to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to substations for construction coordination and field verification. The position uses peer learning and Sargent & Lundy’s Communities of Practice to support career development. This is a hybrid arrangement, with three days per week expected in the office and the option to work remotely two days per week. A relocation package may be available depending on location. The employer does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.
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.
- Experience writing structural engineering calculations and supporting documentation.
- 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 one or more of MathCad, STAAD PRO, SAP2000, SAFE, RISA 3D, and RISA Floor.
- Familiarity with design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to perform occasional walk-downs and visit client sites for scoping meetings.
- The employer does not sponsor employees for 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 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 power transmission modifications and upgrades.
- Create calculations, design documents, and 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 by others, including calculations and drawings.
- Coordinate and provide guidance to engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to ensure complete and timely designs.
- Review existing facilities and propose upgrades or replacements; present findings and recommendations to clients and peers.
- Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to substation locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs.
- Complete occasional site walk-downs and attend client scoping meetings.
Benefits
- 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 (PST).
- Paid vacation.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid parental leave.
- Paid bereavement leave.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Potential yearly discretionary bonus for eligible employees.
- Relocation package, dependent upon location.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
