Senior Structural Engineer — Nuclear (Remote)

Kiewit Corporation; Itasca (IL); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier benefits

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit Corporation’s Nuclear Solutions group seeks a Senior Structural Design Engineer to lead analysis and design of concrete and steel structures for nuclear, power, and industrial projects across North America. You will guide complex design efforts and mentor junior engineers.

This role requires PE licensure, 10–15 years’ experience in relevant environments, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Travel up to 25% and flexible site options include Itasca, IL and other U.S. locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (required).
• PE license in at least one US state.
• 10–15 years of structural design experience in nuclear/industrial environments.
• 3–5 years of nuclear industry experience preferred.
• Proficient with major structural analysis software and design codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead analysis and design of concrete and steel structures.
• Mentor and provide technical direction to engineering teams.
• Ensure compliance with codes, QA requirements, and project schedules.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across the project lifecycle.
• Support estimates, FEED, detailed engineering, procurement, and construction.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Project management

Structural analysis

Seismic design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

ANSYS APDL

SAP2000

GT STRUDL

STAAD.Pro

LS-DYNA

Job description

Kiewit Corporation’s Nuclear Solutions group seeks a Senior Structural Design Engineer to lead analysis and design of concrete and steel structures for nuclear, power, and industrial projects across North America. You will guide complex design efforts and mentor junior engineers.

This role requires PE licensure, 10–15 years’ experience in relevant environments, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Travel up to 25% and flexible site options include Itasca, IL and other U.S. locations.