Senior Structural Engineer 1 - Nuclear
About The Position
The Senior Structural Engineer will join Sargent & Lundy's Nuclear Power Group, contributing to nuclear energy and related technology projects. This senior-level structural engineering position involves designing new nuclear facilities—including Small Modular Reactors, Advanced Reactors, and Medical Isotope Facilities—and supporting upgrades to operating nuclear plants in the United States and internationally. The engineer will collaborate with structural and cross-discipline teams, guide less experienced project team members, and work on projects for a range of clients. The role includes applying knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design; preparing and reviewing calculations, specifications, and reports; and supporting drawing development. The engineer will analyze and design steel frames, connections, concrete members, and foundations using computer tools. Travel to client and vendor offices, plant sites, and construction locations is required for design reviews, construction coordination, and field verification. The position follows a hybrid schedule requiring in-office work three days per week.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- At least 5 years of experience working as a member of a project team in the design and analysis of structures.
- Proficiency with structural analysis software such as STAAD, SAP2000, SAFE, STRUDL, or ANSYS.
- Proficiency with design codes and standards such as ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Master of Science in Civil Engineering.
- Experience with design and analysis of power plant and/or industrial structures.
- On-site construction support experience.
- PE or SE license.
- Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to the role; experience with AI, automation, or programming is valued but not required.
Responsibilities
- Apply knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design.
- Work on a wide range of projects for various clients.
- Prepare and review design calculations, develop specifications and reports, and support designers with drawing development.
- Mentor others in the development of engineering deliverables.
- Perform structural analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, and foundations using computer tools.
- Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant sites for construction coordination and field verification of designs.
- Collaborate with structural engineers and interface with engineers from other disciplines.
- Guide the work of less experienced project team members.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision health plans.
- Life and accident insurance.
- Disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Back-up daycare.
- Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account.
- 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 eligibility to participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
