Principal Design Engineer - Nuclear Structural

Flr Federal Solutions,LLC; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 139,000 - 258,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and parental leave

Job summary

Flr Federal Solutions, LLC in Houston, Texas, is seeking a Lead Engineer to oversee key projects, ensuring technical accuracy and competitiveness in the marketplace. The role involves developing estimates, monitoring materials, and providing mentorship to junior engineers.

The ideal candidate will have a four-year engineering degree, significant work experience, and exceptional communication skills. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including health plans and a 401(k) plan with matching contributions.

Qualifications

• Accredited four-year degree or equivalent in engineering field.
• 16 years of work-related experience in engineering.
• Ability to communicate effectively with management and clients.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review estimates and schedules.
• Analyze and make independent recommendations on engineering solutions.
• Serve as Supervising Lead providing guidance and mentorship.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Technical knowledge in engineering

Detail-oriented and time-effective work

Effort-hour estimating

Managing large projects

Intermediate computer skills

Education

Four-year degree in engineering

Professional registration (preferred)

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

The purpose of this position is to provide the essential administrative processes, technical knowledge, and direction as listed. This position has oversight of a specific area, and acts as a representative to the department ensuring technical accuracy in project execution in all phases. This role has the responsibility to promote Fluor’s competitiveness within the global marketplace by delivering quality services of unmatched value and technical competence. This is the Lead position on assigned projects or performs engineering assignments of any complexity.

• Develop and review estimates and schedules, progress reports, including workforce forecasts
• Establish, track, and monitor material key quantities; provide analysis and forecasts
• Develop and review specifications, including design criteria
• Participate in activities associated with equipment and material procurement, permitting, and subcontracting
• Perform and check calculations, specify equipment, and solve problems of difficult engineering complexity
• Serve as Supervising Lead providing guidance/supervision to other leads and function as mentor to less experienced engineers including performance appraisal input and counseling
• Analyze and make independent recommendations regarding solutions to problems with varying complexity in accordance with organization and/or project objectives and guidelines
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Job Requirements

• Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in engineering field of study and sixteen (16) years of work‑related experience; a recognized professional certification or registration in the applicable field, if required; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
• Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
• Ability to attend to detail and work in a time‑conscious and time‑effective manner
• Professional registration and membership in technical society (preferred)
• Advanced knowledge of discipline codes and standards, commercial availability and cost of materials
• Effort‑hour estimating and staff forecasting
• Managing and leading a large project
• Project set‑up, developing control‑level schedules, progress reporting and project close‑out
• Practical field experience
• Intermediate computer and software skills to include the use of word processing, e‑mail, spreadsheet and electronic presentation programs

Other Job Requirements

• Working remote with business trips is acceptable

Preferred Qualifications

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.

Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.

Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid‑point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Salary Range: $139,000.00 - $258,000.00