Civil Design Engineer

The Planet Group; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm in the engineering sector is seeking a Civil Design Engineer to join their Corporate Design Engineering department. This role is pivotal in executing a fleet-wide design portfolio for nuclear sites, focusing on risk reduction and equipment modernization. The ideal candidate will have a solid engineering background, particularly in stress and structural analysis, and will thrive in a collaborative environment. With opportunities for growth and a commitment to connecting engineering experts with meaningful roles, this position offers a chance to make impactful contributions to the industry.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of engineering experience, including nuclear industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Define scope and technical requirements for engineering design changes.
• Investigate engineering issues and recommend solutions.
• Prepare design specifications and technical documents.

Skills

Stress Analysis

Structural Design

Dynamic/Seismic Analysis

Steel/Concrete Design

Engineering Calculations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

Job description

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The Corporate Design Engineering (CDE) department serves as the Design Authority for all six of our client’s nuclear sites. CDE is accountable for executing a fleet-wide design portfolio that supports risk reduction, addresses equipment obsolescence, and drives plant modernization initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Define scope, technical basis, installation, and testing requirements for engineering design changes. Areas include Stress, Structural, Dynamic/Seismic Analysis, and Steel/Concrete Design.
• Investigate engineering and design issues, evaluate alternatives, and recommend solutions.
• Support engineering changes through work order reviews, CAP assignments, and field implementation activities.
• Prepare or update design/procurement specifications and technical requirement documents.
• Perform or revise complex engineering calculations related to design changes.
• Develop licensing evaluations to support engineering modifications.
• Update impacted site documents, including design basis, drawings, and regulatory documents.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program (Master’s degree may substitute).
• 4–6 years of engineering experience, including at least 1 year in the nuclear industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program (Master’s may substitute).
• Minimum 6 years of engineering experience, or 5 years with a PE license.
• At least 1 year of nuclear industry experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.

At The Planet Group, we connect Engineering experts with opportunities that match their skills, goals, and ambition. From fast-moving startups to global enterprises, we partner with top organizations across industries—giving you access to roles where your contributions make a difference. Explore flexible options including contract, direct hire, and contract-to-hire, all supported by a team that puts people first.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Industries

  Engineering Services and Civil Engineering

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