Associate Structural Engineer

Sargent Lundy; Wilmington (DE); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in nuclear engineering is seeking an associate engineer to join their dynamic structural engineering team. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing you to balance your time between the office and remote work. You'll engage in exciting projects that involve structural analysis and design for new nuclear facilities. With opportunities to guide less experienced team members and travel for client interactions, this position promises to enhance your career in a forward-thinking environment. Join a team dedicated to innovation and sustainability in the energy sector, and help shape a cleaner, carbon-free future.

Benefits

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Accident Insurance

Disability Coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Back-Up Daycare

401(k)

Tuition Assistance

Paid Vacation

Flexible Work Arrangements

Qualifications

• BS degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering preferred.
• 1+ year experience in design and analysis of structures required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with structural engineers on projects for nuclear facilities.
• Prepare and review design calculations and develop specifications.

Skills

Structural Analysis

Structural Steel Design

Reinforced Concrete Design

Communication Skills

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

MS in Civil Engineering

Tools

STAAD

SAP2000

SAFE

STRUDL

ANSYS

Job description

Description

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You will spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.

This associate engineering position offers a variety of interesting and challenging opportunities in structural engineering and will provide an excellent opportunity to advance your career. You will collaborate with a team of structural engineers, interface with engineers from other disciplines, and guide the work of less experienced project team members. You will work with a structural engineering team on engineering projects for new nuclear facilities and upgrades and modifications to nuclear power plants.

• This position will offer you the ability to directly apply your knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design.
• As a member of an engineering and design team, you will work on a wide range of projects for various clients. You will prepare and review design calculations, develop specifications, and support designers with drawing development.
• Using our state-of-the-art computer tools, you will perform the structural analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, and foundations.
• There is the potential for you to travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

• BS degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program (preferred).
• MS degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program or a minimum of 1 year of experience working as a member of a project team in the design and analysis of structures, including both AISC steel and ACI concrete designs.
• Experience with structural analysis software such as STAAD, SAP2000, SAFE, STRUDL, or ANSYS is preferred.
• Experience with design codes and standards such as ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI is preferred.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Sargent & Lundy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits.

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & 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 (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$64,720.00 - $92,930.00

About This Business Unit

Join Sargent & Lundy's Nuclear Power Group and be part of a team driving the future of clean, carbon-free energy. Since 1954, we’ve been a trusted leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, with expertise spanning small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor technology (ART), and first-of-a-kind commercial reactor restart projects. Our work supports life extensions and digital modernization of existing nuclear plants, coal-to-nuclear conversion initiatives with the Department of State, and international nuclear new-build projects. With a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, we provide cutting-edge solutions that power communities worldwide while reducing emissions. Shape the future of global energy with us!

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