Senior Structural Engineer – Nuclear Power Projects (Flexible)

Sargent & Lundy; California; On-site; USD 85,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Dental & vision coverage

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee referral program

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy seeks a senior structural engineer to lead projects for new nuclear facilities and upgrades. You will work with a multidisciplinary team, guiding less experienced engineers and delivering design calculations, specifications, and drawings for nuclear structures.

The role emphasizes applying advanced structural analysis, code compliance, and field verification, with opportunities for travel to client sites. This position requires a BS in civil engineering and 5+ years of experience.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Structural Engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• Five or more years of experience on 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

• Apply knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design.
• Collaborate with a team of structural engineers and guide the work of less experienced team members.
• Perform structural analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, and foundations using advanced software.
• Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and field verification at plant sites.

Skills

Five+ years project experience

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

BS degree in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

MSCE degree (valued)

Tools

STAAD

SAP2000

SAFE

STRUDL

ANSYS

ASCE 7

AISC

ACI

Job description

Sargent & Lundy seeks a senior structural engineer to lead projects for new nuclear facilities and upgrades. You will work with a multidisciplinary team, guiding less experienced engineers and delivering design calculations, specifications, and drawings for nuclear structures.

The role emphasizes applying advanced structural analysis, code compliance, and field verification, with opportunities for travel to client sites. This position requires a BS in civil engineering and 5+ years of experience.