Senior Structural Engineer -- S&L Consulting

Sargent & Lundy•Remote,

1d•$118,023 - $180,313•Remote

About The Position

This is a remote/virtual position open to candidates based anywhere in the United States. Sargent & Lundy Consulting (SLC) supports clients on utility-scale solar, wind, battery energy storage, thermal power, and other power and infrastructure projects. The team evaluates technical, commercial, environmental, social responsibility, and financial aspects of projects for a range of clients. The Senior Structural Engineer performs structural engineering reviews and analyses to understand power projects and provide actionable technical information to stakeholders involved in developing, designing, constructing, operating, and financing renewable energy projects in the United States and overseas. The role works with multidisciplinary project teams and may involve occasional domestic and/or international travel. Sargent & Lundy offers healthcare plans, paid time off, and other benefits. The stated compensation range is $118,023–$180,313, and eligible employees may also be eligible for a yearly discretionary bonus. The company does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in civil/structural engineering with a structural specialty.
At least 10 years of detailed structural design experience, including mass concrete, steel, piles, deep foundations, and lattice structures.
At least 5 years of detailed structural design experience specific to power generation or distribution, such as thermal, renewable, or substation projects.
Experience writing and providing supporting documentation for structural engineering specifications, calculations, whitepapers, or feasibility studies.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical evaluation report writing.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in civil/structural engineering or a business discipline such as an MBA.
Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE) license.
Finite element modeling experience, specifically with SAP2000, LPILE, STAAD, or similar tools.
Experience designing foundations in unique subsurface conditions, such as karst, high groundwater, or potential liquefaction.
Multidiscipline teamwork experience, such as design projects or co-ops.
Data analysis and visualization skills.
Project finance or business acumen.
Conceptual project design experience.
Knowledge of construction project management and/or scheduling software.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with and guide others.
Project planning, leadership, and organizational skills.
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

Perform structural engineering reviews and analyses.
Prepare structural design specifications.
Advise power project developers on utility-scale solar, wind, battery energy storage, thermal, and other projects.
Independently evaluate power and infrastructure projects to support financing.
Develop technical reports for owners, developers, governmental agencies and committees, financiers, and other applicable audiences.
Travel domestically and/or internationally occasionally.