Senior Structural Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent Lundy; Mineral (VA); On-site; USD 84,762 - 129,498; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Flexible Work Arrangements

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Sargent Lundy in Mineral, Virginia, is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to work onsite at North Anna Power Station. This role requires a BS in Civil Engineering and at least five years of structural design and analysis experience. Key responsibilities include collaborating with engineering teams, conducting structural analyses, and reviewing design calculations. The position offers competitive compensation between $84,762 and $129,498, as well as comprehensive benefits. Applicants must also be eligible to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience in design and analysis of structures.
• Familiarity with design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, ACI.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team of structural engineers.
• Prepare and review design calculations.
• Support designers with drawing development.
• Conduct structural analyses under various loading conditions.
• Travel to client locations for design reviews.

Skills

Structural analysis

Structural design

Communication skills

Proficiency with STAAD/SAP2000

Knowledge of design codes

Education

BS degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

STAAD

SAP2000

MS Office

Job description

Description

This position is looking for someone to be onsite 5 days per week at North Anna Power Station. We do offer per diem for those that qualify.

This is a senior engineering position that offers a variety of interesting and challenging opportunities in structural engineering and will provide an excellent opportunity to advance your career. 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:

• 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
• Using our state‑of‑the‑art computer tools, you will perform the structural analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment and piping supports, and foundations
• Additionally, you will conduct structural analyses, which include loading conditions such as wind and seismic
• 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
• Familiarity with design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI
• Proficiency with MS Office applications
• 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 and are proud to provide competitive, award‑winning benefits.

Health & Wellness

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back‑Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

Financial Benefits

• 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

Work‑Life Balance

• 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.

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.