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Senior Civil Engineer -- Energy & Industrial Group

Sargent & Lundy•Richmond, VA
•$84,762 - $129,498•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Civil Engineer will work in a multidisciplinary team designing, modifying, and analyzing power plants, substations, transmission lines, and similar industrial systems. The role involves civil site development for power plant projects, including calculations, designs, and specifications, and coordination with project managers, clients, contractors, suppliers, and permitting agencies. Depending on project scope and design complexity, the engineer may guide other civil engineers and designers. The position is based in Glen Allen, Virginia, follows a hybrid schedule with in-office work three days per week, and may involve occasional travel to client offices and plant sites for design reviews, construction coordination, and field verification. The position requires a BSCE from an ABET-accredited program and a PE license or the ability to earn one. The company does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.

Requirements

  • BSCE from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program.
  • PE license or ability to earn a PE license.
  • Five or more years of experience working in a project team environment designing industrial projects.
  • Specific experience in site grading and mass earthwork, storm water management, sanitary sewage systems, process wastewater systems, and road and railroad track design.
  • Experience in technical writing for reports, calculations, and specifications.
  • Experience preparing, submitting, and obtaining site-related permits from regulatory agencies.
  • Proficiency with one or more of the following civil engineering design tools: Civil 3D, StormCad, PondPack, and AutoTurn.
  • Proficiency with MS Office applications.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; the company does not sponsor work authorization for this position.

Nice To Haves

  • Power plant experience.
  • 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

  • Prepare calculations for storm water drainage, sanitary sewer systems, pavement thickness, ponds and landfills, and earthwork to support permitting and design.
  • Prepare technical specifications defining construction requirements.
  • Prepare site layout, grading, and drainage designs, and work with designers to accurately represent designs in 3-D models and design drawings.
  • Design storm drainage systems, roads, trackwork, water storage and wastewater disposal ponds, and solid waste landfills.
  • Review contractor and material submittal drawings and other vendor documentation for conformity with technical specifications.
  • Coordinate with project managers, client personnel, contractors, suppliers, and permitting agency personnel to support complete and timely designs.
  • Guide other civil engineers and civil designers on project work when appropriate.
  • Travel, as needed, to client offices for design reviews and plant sites for construction coordination and field verification.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision 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.
  • Eligible employees may participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.

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