Structural Engineer 3 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy•Phoenix, AZ

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

This engineering role offers varied and challenging structural engineering work on projects for new nuclear facilities and upgrades and modifications to nuclear power plants. The engineer will collaborate with structural engineers, coordinate with other engineering disciplines, and guide less experienced project team members. The position applies knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design across projects for a range of clients. The role includes preparing and reviewing design calculations, developing specifications, supporting designers with drawing development, and using computer tools to analyze and design steel frames, connections, concrete members, and foundations. Travel may be required to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant sites for construction coordination and field verification of designs. The position follows a hybrid schedule and requires working in the office three days per week.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
At least 3 years of experience as a project team member in the design and analysis of structures, including AISC steel and ACI concrete designs.
Experience with structural analysis software such as STAAD, SAP2000, SAFE, STRUDL, or ANSYS.
Experience with design codes and standards such as ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Work authorization sponsorship in the U.S. is not provided for this position.

Nice To Haves

Master of Science in Civil Engineering degree.
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 and develop specifications.
Support designers with drawing development.
Perform structural analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, and foundations.
Travel, as needed, to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant sites for construction coordination and field verification of designs.