Civil Engineer - Mid-Level

Sargent & Lundy; Chattanooga (TN); Hybrid; USD 69,298 - 99,644; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans

401(k)

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Discount Program

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a civil engineer with 1–2 years of design experience for work on diverse power plant projects. The role involves developing civil site designs, performing calculations, and preparing specifications and 3-D design drawings.

A BSCE from an ABET-accredited program is required, with strong teamwork and communication skills. The position follows a hybrid schedule (in-office 3 days per week) with opportunities to travel to client offices and plant sites as needed.

Qualifications

• BSCE from ABET-accredited program.
• 1–2 years of design experience in producing technical plans, drawings and models.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Ability to work in a team environment and communicate clearly.
• US work authorization; we do not sponsor visas.

Responsibilities

• Work on a wide range of power plant projects and perform civil site development, including calculations and specifications.
• Prepare calculations for storm water drainage, sanitary sewer systems, earthwork and disposal fields.
• Prepare technical specifications to define construction requirements.
• Create site layout, grading and drainage designs.
• Design storm sewers, roads, trackwork, water storage and wastewater ponds and landfills.
• Collaborate with Designers to depict designs in 3-D models and drawings.
• Review shop drawings and vendor documents for conformity with specs.
• Possibly travel to client offices or plant sites for design reviews and field verification.

Skills

MS Office

Team player

Written & verbal comms

Education

BSCE from ABET-accredited program

Tools

Civil 3D

StormCad

PondPack

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

Responsibilities

• Work on a wide range of power plant projects and perform civil site development work including creating calculations, designs, and specifications.
• Prepare calculations relating to storm water drainage, sanitary sewer systems and disposal fields, and earthwork to support design and permitting.
• Prepare technical specifications to define construction requirements.
• Prepare site layout, grading, and drainage designs.
• Design storm sewer systems, roads, trackwork, water storage and wastewater disposal ponds, and solid waste landfills.
• Work with Designers to accurately portray designs in 3‑D models and design drawings.
• Review shop drawings and other vendor documentation for conformity with specifications.
• Potential travel to client offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs.

Hybrid Work Schedule

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in‑office work 3 days per week.

Qualifications

• BSCE from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission‑approved program.
• 1–2 years of experience in design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• The ability to work in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Valued But Not Required Skills And Experience

• Proficiency with civil engineering software programs such as Civil 3D, StormCad, PondPack, and MicroStation or AutoCAD.
• Related experience in site grading and drainage, storm sewer systems, road design, track design, ponds, and/or landfills.
• Related engineering internship or co‑op work experience.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training.
• Experience writing and providing support documentation for Civil Engineering specifications or calculations.

AI & Automation at Sargent & Lundy

• Take engineering problems from issue to solution using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost‑effective designs.
• Build or use automation to create calculations, summarize technical documents, or draft design documentation, including the appropriate use of agentic AI tools, with strong engineering judgment and verification of results.
• Programming or scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate calculations, design checks, reporting, or data transformation is valued but not required.
• We also value additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other training in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that helps you apply automation or agentic AI to real engineering problems.

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. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

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

$69,298 - $99,644

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well‑being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

About This Business Unit

The Energy & Industrial Group (EIG) specializes in delivering advanced engineering solutions across various sectors, including power generation, environmental compliance, oil & gas, and industrial projects, from new plant design to plant betterment and upgrade services for operating facilities. We have designed nearly 900 conventional power plants, yielding over 100,000 megawatts (MW) of generation capacity. Our expertise includes numerous recent and ongoing combined cycle projects that leverage the latest advanced machinery, including combustion turbines, steam turbines, and heat recovery steam generators from all leading suppliers. EIG is recognized for its commitment to decarbonization through innovative technologies in renewable energy, carbon capture, and hydrogen power. We excel in detailed engineering services for photovoltaic (PV) solar projects and energy storage integration, and lead the industry in carbon capture technologies, managing projects from conceptual studies, pilot demonstrations and through commercial scale implementation for utilities and industrial plants.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.