Senior Structural Engineer 2 - Grid
About The Position
This position applies expertise in materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design to power transmission modifications and upgrades. As part of an engineering and design team, the engineer develops calculations, design documents, and specifications to support client recommendations and reviews. The work includes investigating and resolving structural engineering issues; analyzing and designing steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment, and foundations; and developing integrated structural designs with supporting calculations. The role includes direct client interaction, communicating technical information, preparing specifications for structural materials, and independently reviewing calculations and drawings prepared by others. The engineer coordinates with and guides engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to deliver complete, timely designs. The position also reviews existing facilities, proposes upgrades or replacements, and presents findings and recommendations. Professional development includes peer learning through Sargent & Lundy’s processes and 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 position uses a hybrid work arrangement: three days per week in the office and two days 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.
- Experience writing and providing supporting documentation for structural engineering calculations.
- 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.
- Must be able to perform occasional walk-downs and visit client sites.
- U.S. work authorization sponsorship is not available 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 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 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 knowledge sharing in Sargent & Lundy’s processes 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.
- Complete occasional walk-downs and visit client sites for 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.
- Comprehensive healthcare plans and paid time off.
- Potential eligibility for a yearly discretionary bonus.
- Relocation package, depending on location.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
