Senior Structural Engineer

Veriipro; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Veriipro in Oak Ridge, TN is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to lead complex nuclear and industrial facility designs. You will focus on seismic qualification, modular SSC development, and collaboration with multiple disciplines to deliver safe, compliant structures.

The role requires 7+ years of structural engineering experience, proficiency with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Tekla, and Revit, and familiarity with ASME III, ACI, and NRC interfaces.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering is required.
• 7+ years of structural engineering experience, including nuclear design projects.
• Strong background in seismic design and structural mechanics.
• Nuclear industry design experience is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with ASME Section III, ACI, ASCE, AISC, IBC standards.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Tekla, and Revit.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and communicate technical results clearly.
• Experience with NRC or regulatory interactions preferred.
• PE license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural engineering and design for complex nuclear and industrial facilities.
• Develop and evaluate seismic qualified structural systems.
• Perform calculations involving strength of materials and dynamic analysis.
• Review models and drawings for compliance with codes.
• Collaborate with other disciplines and suppliers to develop practical designs.
• Support regulatory interactions with NRC as required.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to project teams.

Skills

Seismic analysis

Structural design

Nuclear design experience

Modular design

Engineering calculations

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering (preferred)

PE license preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Tekla

Revit

Job description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Perform structural engineering and design for complex nuclear and industrial facilities.
• Develop and evaluate structural systems with a focus on seismic qualification, seismic isolation, and dynamic analysis.
• Perform structural calculations and analyses involving strength of materials, structural mechanics, seismic loads, impact loads, and other design conditions.
• Apply applicable ASME Section III, ACI, ASCE, AISC, IBC, and related industry standards and codes.
• Support modular design and development of Structures, Systems, and Components (SSCs).
• Develop and review engineering models, calculations, specifications, and design drawings.
• Collaborate with structural designers, manufacturers, and other engineering disciplines to develop practical design solutions.
• Support geotechnical and geophysical engineering evaluations related to structural design and seismic performance.
• Review designs for compliance with applicable nuclear industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Support interactions with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and other regulatory authorities as required.
• Perform technical reviews and provide engineering recommendations with limited supervision.
• Clearly communicate technical findings, design decisions, risks, and recommendations to project teams and stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• 7+ years of relevant structural engineering experience, including recent nuclear design project experience.
• Strong experience with structural design, seismic analysis, and structural mechanics.
• Experience with nuclear industry design or design-construction projects is highly desirable.
• In-depth knowledge of strength of materials and structural engineering principles.
• Experience performing seismic and impact-based dynamic analyses.
• Experience with modular design and development of SSCs.
• Familiarity with ASME Section III, ACI, ASCE, AISC, IBC, and related design standards.
• Experience developing or reviewing engineering models and drawings.
• Proficiency with relevant design software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Tekla, and Revit.
• Ability to perform complex technical work with limited supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Prior experience working with NRC or other regulatory authorities is preferred.
• PE license preferred.
• Master's degree in Engineering preferred.