Senior Structural Engineer 1 - Energy & Industrial Group

Sargent & Lundy•Aurora, CO

5d•$84,762 - $129,498•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Structural Engineer will apply knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design to develop cost-effective solutions for new designs and modifications to existing facilities. The role supports power plant, oil and gas, and industrial facility projects, preparing calculations, design documents, and specifications, and conducting analyses for complex loading conditions such as wind, seismic, blast, and pressurization. The position leads structural engineering design efforts, provides guidance to junior engineers and designers, coordinates detailed design work, and performs independent reviews. Work includes structural analyses and designs for steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment and piping supports, and foundations; engineering studies; technical specifications; and assessments of existing facilities. Site assessments may identify degradation or repurposing needs and lead to repair or modification recommendations. The role involves coordination with engineers, project managers, clients, and suppliers, along with client and vendor visits and travel to plant sites for condition assessments, construction coordination, and field verification. The position uses structural engineering software and is based on a hybrid schedule requiring in-office work three days per week. Sargent & Lundy supports employee development through peer learning and mentoring. Employees may use relevant digital tools, while remaining accountable for their work and applying professional judgment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a structural engineering emphasis from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Five or more years of project-team experience designing heavy industrial plants or oil and gas plants, focused on analysis of steel structures and concrete foundations and supports for new plants or existing plant modifications or replacements.
Experience selecting structural materials and reviewing and preparing specifications.
Experience writing structural engineering calculations and preparing supporting documentation.
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 for industrial plants.
Proficiency with at least one of 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 MS Office applications.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must be able to work in the United States without employer-sponsored work authorization.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Civil Engineering.
Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies where relevant to the role.

Responsibilities

Apply knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design to develop cost-effective solutions for new and existing designs.
Support power plant, oil and gas, and industrial facility modifications and upgrades by preparing calculations, design documents, and specifications.
Conduct structural analyses for complex loading conditions, including wind, seismic, blast, and pressurization.
Lead structural design efforts and guide junior engineers and designers, including coordination of detailed design phases.
Investigate, troubleshoot, and solve structural engineering issues.
Perform structural analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment and piping supports, and foundations using computer tools.
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 drawings.
Coordinate and guide engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to support complete and timely designs.
Review existing facilities, propose upgrades and replacements, and present findings and recommendations to clients and peers.
Conduct on-site structural condition assessments and recommend repairs or modifications to degraded or repurposed structures.
Share knowledge with experienced engineers through peer learning and Communities of Practice.
Mentor less experienced engineers.
Travel to client and vendor offices and plant sites for design reviews, condition assessments, construction coordination, and field verification of designs.