Civil Engineering Consultant 2 - Mission Critical

Sargent & Lundy; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 145,000 - 222,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401(k)

Paid time off

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a senior design engineer in civil engineering for a hybrid role combining home and office work in the United States. The position emphasizes career advancement within a multi-disciplined team, focusing on design, modification, and analysis of civil projects and power plant experiences.

Ideal candidates will have 15+ years of civil/structural experience, ABET-accredited BSCE, and the ability to obtain US government security clearance. DOE project experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain US Government security clearance.
• BSCE degree or similar from an ABET-accredited program; MSCE preferred.
• 15+ years of progressively responsible experience in civil and/or structural engineering.
• Experience with Department of Energy sites and facilities; working in project teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, modify, and analyze projects in a multi-disciplined civil engineering team.
• Perform wide range of calculations, designs, and specifications.
• Coordinate with project managers, client personnel, contractors, and permitting agencies.
• Guide other civil engineers and designers on project work as needed.

Skills

Security clearance

US citizenship

Civil/Structural design

Education

BSCE ABET-accredited

MSCE preferred

Job description

Responsibilities

This position allows for a hybrid arrangement with a mix of work from home and in the office.

This is a senior design engineering position that offers a variety of challenging opportunities in Civil Engineering and will provide an excellent opportunity for career advancement.

• This position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your civil engineering degree and skills, while working in a multi-disciplined team environment with other engineers and/or designers in the design, modification, and analysis of various projects.
• As a part of these projects, you will work on a wide range of calculations, designs, and specifications.
• As a member of the Civil Engineering group, you will coordinate with project managers, client personnel, contractors and suppliers, and permitting agency personnel as necessary to ensure a complete and timely design.
• Depending on the scope of work and the complexity of the design, you may guide other civil engineers and civil designers in taking on and completing civil engineering project work.

Qualifications

Must be a U.S. Citizen; Dual citizenship with a country other than the U.S. does not qualify.

Essential skills and experience:

• Must be able to obtain US Government security clearance
• BSCE degree or similar from an ABET-accredited program; MSCE preferred
• 15+ years of progressively responsible experience in civil and/or structural engineering
• Experience working in a project team environment in the design of industrial design projects or power plant experience
• Experience working with and/or at Department of Energy sites and facilities
• Experience in preparing design drawings, engineering analyses and calculations, and construction, fabrication and procurement specifications

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• Professional Engineer License (PE)
• DOE experience preferred; commercial or Navy
• Field engineering and construction experience

Technology & Innovation

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work. We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

About Sargent & Lundy

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.

Health & Wellness

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

Financial Benefits

• 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

Work-Life Balance

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$145,310.00 - $222,001.00

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

Sargent & Lundy’s Government Services Division provides cutting-edge engineering design and consulting support to the management and operating contractors for US Department of Energy (DOE) sites and national laboratories. Specifically, we support the DOE Environmental Management Directorate as well as the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) laboratories and sites. What does this mean? You can be a part of multi-discipline design teams supporting projects cleaning up the environmental damage associated with the legacy nuclear weapons production complex and/or preserving our country’s nuclear deterrent. Sargent & Lundy’s personnel design facilities, systems, and equipment that treat, store, and dispose of nuclear waste as well as systems that safely handle and process nuclear material. This mission-critical work is meaningful and challenging–work you can be proud of.

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.