Senior Structural Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy • Augusta, GA

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

Sargent & Lundy's Nuclear Power Group is hiring a senior-level Structural Engineer to support nuclear energy and related technology projects. The role involves designing new nuclear facilities—including Small Modular Reactors, Advanced Reactors, and Medical Isotope Facilities—and upgrades to operating nuclear plants in the United States and internationally. The engineer will collaborate with structural and other engineering disciplines, guide less experienced project team members, and contribute to safe and reliable nuclear power generation.

The position includes structural analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, and foundations, as well as preparation and review of calculations, specifications, reports, and design deliverables. The role is based on a hybrid schedule requiring in-office work three days per week, with travel to client and vendor offices and plant sites for design reviews, construction coordination, and field verification.

Sargent & Lundy provides training and mentorship opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a compensation range of $84,762–$129,498. Eligible employees may also participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.

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, programming, or similar technologies is valued but not required.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design.
• Work on projects for a range of clients.
• Prepare and review design calculations, develop specifications and reports, and support designers with drawing development.
• Mentor others in developing 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.
• FSA and 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.
• Yearly discretionary bonus may be available to eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

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