Senior Structural Engineer – Nuclear Power (Hybrid/Remote)

Kiewit Corporation; Itasca (IL); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is seeking a talented Structural Engineer to design and analyze steel and concrete structures for nuclear, power, and industrial projects. You will work with seasoned engineers, apply advanced analysis, and develop safe, innovative structural solutions across the project lifecycle.

The role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with North American codes while supporting FEED through construction phases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering required; Master’s degree enhances candidacy.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in at least one U.S. state is mandatory.
• A minimum of 5 to 10 years of progressive structural engineering experience within nuclear, conventional power generation, or large-scale industrial projects.
• Experience with nuclear industry standards and project demands preferred.
• Strong knowledge of North American design codes (IBC, ASCE 7, ASCE 4, ASCE 43, ACI 318, ACI 349, AISC 360, AISC N690).
• Seismic design and analysis expertise; ASME BPVC Section III a plus.

Responsibilities

• Independently execute complex structural engineering tasks with minimal supervision.
• Apply static and dynamic analysis using industry software to optimize designs.
• Design and develop structures, foundations, equipment platforms, pipe racks, and concrete/steel systems.
• Prepare quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and technical documentation for budgeting.
• Ensure deliverables comply with regulatory and nuclear/power standards.
• Support FEED, detailed engineering, procurement, and construction activities with clear documentation.
• Improve engineering tools, workflows, and processes for efficiency.
• Manage schedules and budgets to meet contractual requirements.
• Review drawings by designers and junior staff and provide guidance.

Skills

Structural analysis

Seismic design

Code compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Project coordination

Documentation & drawings

Mentoring

Safety & QA

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Structural/Civil Engineering

Master’s degree (advantage)

Tools

ANSYS

SAP2000

GT STRUDL

STAAD.Pro

LS-DYNA

Job description

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is seeking a talented Structural Engineer to design and analyze steel and concrete structures for nuclear, power, and industrial projects. You will work with seasoned engineers, apply advanced analysis, and develop safe, innovative structural solutions across the project lifecycle.

The role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with North American codes while supporting FEED through construction phases.