PE Structural Engineer – Nuclear & Power Projects

Kiewit Corporation; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions seeks a Structural Engineer to design and analyze nuclear-grade steel and concrete structures, foundations, and supports. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on challenging projects from design through construction.

Based in a mix of Knoxville, TN, Houston, TX, Lenexa, KS locations, you will travel up to 25% and contribute to safe, cost-effective solutions with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering required; master's preferred.
• PE license in at least one U.S. state is mandatory.
• 5–10 years of progressive structural engineering experience in nuclear or large industrial projects.
• Nuclear industry standards familiarity is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of design, analysis, and field engineering.
• Proficiency with North American design codes (IBC, ASCE 7, ASCE 4, ASCE 43, ACI 318, ACI 349, AISC 360, AISC N690).
• Seismic design exposure: equivalent static and response spectrum; ASME BPVC knowledge is a plus.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills; detail-oriented and organized.

Responsibilities

• Execute complex structural engineering tasks with minimal supervision.
• Apply static/dynamic analysis using industry software to optimize designs.
• Design foundations, equipment supports, pipe racks, and concrete/steel structures.
• Prepare quantity takeoffs, estimates, and technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and project standards for nuclear/power.
• Support FEED, detailed engineering, procurement, and construction activities.
• Improve engineering tools, workflows, and project delivery accuracy.
• Manage schedules and budgets; align results with contracts.
• Review drawings prepared by designers and junior staff; provide guidance.
• Coordinate with stakeholders for integrated engineering approaches.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure high-quality documentation.

Skills

Structural design

Structural analysis

Field engineering

Nuclear industry standards

Seismic design

North American design codes

ASME BPVC knowledge

Communication

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Time management

Safety awareness

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Master's degree

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

ANSYS APDL

SAP2000

GT STRUDL

STAAD.Pro

LS-DYNA

Job description

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions seeks a Structural Engineer to design and analyze nuclear-grade steel and concrete structures, foundations, and supports. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on challenging projects from design through construction.

Based in a mix of Knoxville, TN, Houston, TX, Lenexa, KS locations, you will travel up to 25% and contribute to safe, cost-effective solutions with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.