Senior Structural Engineer - Nuclear Plant Design & Lead

Sargent Lundy; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Life & Accident Insurance

Disability Coverage

401(k)

Flexible Work Arrangements

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a senior structural engineer in Reston, VA to lead design and analysis for nuclear facilities, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and guiding junior engineers. You will apply advanced knowledge of materials, steel and concrete design, and leverage industry-standard software for complex projects.

The role emphasizes experience with codes such as ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI, with opportunities for client coordination, site reviews, and occasional travel.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Five or more years of experience as part of a project team in 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.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team of structural engineers and interface with other disciplines.
• Guide the work of less experienced project team members on nuclear facilities projects.
• Perform structural analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, and foundations.
• Travel to client and vendor offices or plant sites for reviews and field verification where needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

BS in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

MSCE degree

Tools

STAAD

SAP2000

SAFE

STRUDL

ANSYS

Job description

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a senior structural engineer in Reston, VA to lead design and analysis for nuclear facilities, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and guiding junior engineers. You will apply advanced knowledge of materials, steel and concrete design, and leverage industry-standard software for complex projects.

The role emphasizes experience with codes such as ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI, with opportunities for client coordination, site reviews, and occasional travel.