Senior Structural Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy•Cary, NC

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a senior engineering position in structural engineering supporting projects for new nuclear facilities and upgrades and modifications to nuclear power plants. The engineer collaborates with structural engineers, interfaces with other disciplines, and guides less experienced project team members. Work includes applying knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design across projects for various clients. The position is based on a hybrid work schedule requiring in-office work three days per week, with potential travel to client and vendor offices and plant sites.

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.
Familiarity with design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Good 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 where relevant but is not required.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with structural engineers and interface with engineers from other disciplines.
Guide the work of less experienced project team members.
Work on engineering projects for new nuclear facilities and upgrades and modifications to nuclear power plants.
Prepare and review design calculations, develop specifications, and support designers with drawing development.
Perform structural analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment and piping supports, and foundations using computer tools.
Conduct structural analyses for loading conditions including wind and seismic.
Potentially travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant sites for construction coordination and field verification of designs.