Senior Structural Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy; Avila Beach (CA); On-site; USD 84,762 - 129,498; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision coverage

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to lead design on nuclear facilities and upgrades. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, guide junior members, and apply advanced structural concepts to steel and concrete components while interfacing with clients and vendors.

The role emphasizes hands-on calculations, code compliance, and travel to project sites for reviews and construction coordination. Strong communication and years of experience are essential.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Five or more years as a project-team structural engineer.
• Proficiency with structural analysis software (STAAD, SAP2000, SAFE, STRUDL, ANSYS).
• Proficiency with ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI design codes.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Directly apply knowledge of materials, structural analysis, and design of structural members.
• Prepare and review design calculations, develop specifications, and support drawing development; guide junior engineers.
• Use state-of-the-art tools to perform structural analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, and foundations.
• Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant sites for coordination and verification.

Skills

Structural analysis

Reinforced concrete design

Structural steel design

Materials knowledge

Communication skills

Education

BS degree in Civil Engineering (Structural) ABET-accredited

Tools

STAAD

SAP2000

SAFE

STRUDL

ANSYS

Job description

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

This is a Senior Engineering Position that offers a variety of interesting and challenging opportunities in structural engineering. You will collaborate with a team of structural engineers, interface with engineers from other disciplines, and guide the work of less experienced project team members. You will work with a structural engineering team on engineering projects for new nuclear facilities and upgrades and modifications to nuclear power plants in the following areas.

Key Responsibilities

• This position will offer you the ability to directly apply your knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design


• As a member of an engineering and design team, you will work on a wide range of projects for various clients. You will prepare and review design calculations, develop specifications, and support designers with drawing development. You will have the opportunity to guide others in the development of engineering deliverables


• Using our state-of-the-art computer tools, you will perform the structural analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, and foundations


• There is the potential for you to travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential Skills and Experience

• BS degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program


• Five or more years of experience working as a member of a project team in the design and analysis of structures


• Proficiency with structural analysis software such as STAAD, SAP2000, SAFE, STRUDL, or ANSYS


• Proficiency with design codes and standards such as ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI


• Good written and verbal communication skills

Valued, but not required

• MSCE degree


• Experience with design and analysis of power plant and/or industrial structures


• On site construction support experience


• PE or SE license

AI & Automation at Sargent & Lundy

In this role, we expect people to be willing or able to lead others who use modern tools.

• You are expected to lead others in taking engineering problems from issue to solution by setting expectations for using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs.


• Leaders in these roles often direct automation and process-improvement work, for example, how teams automate calculations, summarize technical documents, or generate design documentation and guiding when and how AI or agentic AI tools are used while ensuring results are checked.


• Overseeing engineers who program or script (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate engineering tasks, with review of automated outputs, is valued but not required.


• We also value additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other experience in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that enables effective oversight of automation and agentic AI-enabled engineering workflows.

Award-Winning Benefits

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.

Benefits

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision


• Life & Accident Insurance


• Disability Coverage


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Back-Up Daycare


• FSA & HSA


• 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


• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)


• Paid Vacation


• Paid Holidays


• Paid Parental Leave


• Paid Bereavement Leave


• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$84,762 - $129,498

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

Join Sargent & Lundy's Nuclear Power Group and be part of a team driving the future of clean, carbon-free energy. Since 1954, we’ve been a trusted leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, with expertise spanning small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor technology (ART), and first-of-a-kind commercial reactor restart projects. Our work supports life extensions and digital modernization of existing nuclear plants, coal-to-nuclear conversion initiatives with the Department of State, and international nuclear new-build projects. With a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, we provide cutting-edge solutions that power communities worldwide while reducing emissions. Shape the future of global energy with us!

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.