Civil Engineer—Nuclear Facility Design & Permitting

General Matter; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

General Matter is seeking a senior Civil Engineer to drive design from concept to commissioning for a state-of-the-art enrichment facility. You will work with mechanical, electrical, and architectural teams to develop robust structural designs and specifications.

You will lead a disciplined team on large, mission-critical projects, ensuring safety, efficiency, and environmental compliance while coordinating with regulators and partners to bring complex facilities online.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in structural engineering or similar discipline.
• 8+ years of industry experience.
• EPC project experience.
• Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Strong computer skills (AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCADD).
• Experience with leading the discipline design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills and quantitative problem-solving.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, teamwork and organization.
• Ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and modify engineering documents using engineering and design software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, etc.) and equipment.
• Use site data to assess soil, terrain, hydrological data and their impact on planning and design.
• Implement site safety activity plans and coordinate field work activities.
• Take ownership of civil permitting with regulatory agencies and environmental consultants.
• Ensure project compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Conduct civil engineering risk assessments for hydrology and flood zone constraints.
• Collaborate with EPC project managers, construction teams, and subcontractors to refine site development strategies.

Skills

Civil engineering

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Revit BIM

Civil 3D

PLS

PLS-CADD

RISA-3D

Education

Bachelor's degree in structural engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Revit BIM

MicroStation

PLS-CADD

RISA-3D

Job description

General Matter is seeking a senior Civil Engineer to drive design from concept to commissioning for a state-of-the-art enrichment facility. You will work with mechanical, electrical, and architectural teams to develop robust structural designs and specifications.

You will lead a disciplined team on large, mission-critical projects, ensuring safety, efficiency, and environmental compliance while coordinating with regulators and partners to bring complex facilities online.