Civil Engineer I-II

Orano USA; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Generous paid time off

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Orano USA, located in Columbia, Maryland, seeks a Civil/Construction Project Engineer to support the design, procurement, and installation of spent nuclear fuel storage systems. This role offers an opportunity to collaborate with contractors and engineers in a dynamic environment.

The successful candidate will possess a BS in Engineering and strong problem-solving skills. Additional benefits include health insurance, 401(k) matching, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years related experience; advanced degree may substitute.
• Experience with precast or cast-in-place concrete.
• Ability to communicate with vendors and regulatory authorities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare procurement specifications and design drawings.
• Provide technical direction to subcontractors.
• Design and evaluate steel structures in compliance with codes.

Skills

Problem-solving

Strong communication

Organization and planning

Concrete mix designs

Flexibility for site assignments

Education

BS in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, or Structural)

Job description

Job Summary

Orano TN, a subsidiary of Orano USA, is hiring a Civil/Construction Project Engineer to support the design, procurement, construction, installation, and inspection of systems and components for spent nuclear fuel storage systems, including Horizontal Storage Modules such as NUHOMS, EOS, and MATRIX.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare procurement specifications and design drawings for Horizontal Storage Modules.
• Review concrete contractor documents, including material testing reports, drawings, routers, special process procedures, and inspection and test procedures.
• Prepare design changes and conduct non‑conformance evaluations during fabrication.
• Provide technical direction and oversight to subcontractors.
• Design and evaluate steel structures and embedments installed in precast concrete modules.
• Assist customers with concrete pad design and module layout on the pad.
• Oversee and provide technical assistance during erection of precast units at spent fuel storage facilities.
• Support development of new concrete module designs or improve existing ones, focusing on ease of casting, transporting, and installing and incorporating field lessons learned.
• Design and evaluate structures, systems, and components in compliance with industry codes such as ASME BPVC, ACI‑349, and AISC 360.
• Interface with designers, project engineers, and analytical disciplines to ensure constructability.
• Review rebar and construction drawings.

Required Qualifications

• BS in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, or Structural) plus 0–2 years related experience; an advanced degree may substitute for additional years of experience as specified.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems quickly and effectively.
• Excellent organization, planning, and priority‑setting skills.
• Strong communication skills with vendors, customers, and regulatory authorities.
• Experience with mix designs, rebar detailing, batching, and placement of concrete.
• Experience with precast or cast‑in‑place concrete in a nuclear or DOT environment.
• Flexibility for short‑term site assignments up to six months.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering.
• Familiarity with design, analysis, and testing of concrete and steel structures.
• Experience with ACI 318, ACI 349, ASTM C94, PCI Manual, or AWS D1.1 welding code.
• Experience with AISC standards for steel structures.
• Experience in construction management.
• Experience with design and stress analysis for reinforced concrete structures.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance with generous employer contributions.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Life insurance and short‑ and long‑term disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedules.
• Numerous training and development opportunities.

Pay Range: $80,000–95,000 per year.

The position requires a pre‑employment background check and drug screening. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Orano is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Orano and all subsidiaries abide by applicable legal requirements. We ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, and company‑sponsored training are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran, or other protected status.