Nuclear Structural Engineer I - Flexible Work

Sargent & Lundy

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 63,000 - 91,000

Full time

9 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans
Life Insurance
Disability Coverage
EAP
Back-Up Daycare
FSA/HSA
401(k)
Commuter Benefits
Tuition Assistance
Licensure Bonus
Referral Bonus
Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
Bereavement Leave
Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking an Entry-Level Structural Engineer in the Chicago area to contribute to design and analysis for new nuclear facilities and plant improvements. You will collaborate with engineers and designers from multiple disciplines on diverse projects and deliver design calculations, specifications, and drawings.

The role emphasizes learning through mentorship, with potential site visits for reviews and field verification, starting with a summer 2027 timeline.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s in Structural/Civil Engineering with strong materials, analysis, and design background.
  • Coursework in steel and concrete design.
  • Knowledge of loads analysis for structural supports and design integrity.
  • Understanding of applying structural engineering principles to project design.
  • Knowledge of design tools and producing technical plans and drawings.

Responsibilities

  • Apply knowledge of materials, structural analysis, steel and reinforced concrete design.
  • Prepare design calculations, develop specifications, and support drawings with the team.
  • Use computer tools to analyze and design steel frames, connections, concrete members, supports, and foundations.
  • Conduct structural analyses including wind and seismic loading.

Skills

Structural/Civil Eng degree
Steel design
Concrete design
Loads analysis
Design calculations
Communication skills
MS Office

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Structural/Civil Eng
ABET-accredited program

Tools

MathCad
STAAD PRO
SAP2000
SAFE
GT STRUDL
ANSYS

Job description

Sargent & Lundy is seeking an Entry-Level Structural Engineer in the Chicago area to contribute to design and analysis for new nuclear facilities and plant improvements. You will collaborate with engineers and designers from multiple disciplines on diverse projects and deliver design calculations, specifications, and drawings.

The role emphasizes learning through mentorship, with potential site visits for reviews and field verification, starting with a summer 2027 timeline.

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