Senior Structural Engineer, Power and Industrial

AtkinsRealis USA Inc.; Tennessee; On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with vesting

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead civil and structural design for power generation facilities in the U.S., including foundations, site development, and control buildings. You will ensure compliance with codes and internal standards while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to meet project milestones.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in structural engineering, a PE license, and strong proficiency with RISA/STAAD/SAP2000, as well as familiarity with SmartPlant 3D,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or closely related discipline.
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in structural engineering, with a focus on power generation (preferably thermal).
• Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.
• Strong knowledge of applicable codes and standards (IBC, ASCE, ACI, AISC, OSHA).
• Proficiency with structural analysis and design tools (RISA, STAAD, SAP2000).
• Experience with dynamic analysis and seismic response preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute civil and structural design for power generation facilities, including foundations and structures.
• Deliver designs in compliance with codes, standards, and AtkinsRéalis policies.
• Coordinate design activities to support project schedules and delivery.
• Support site visits, project estimating, and project meetings.
• Produce accurate, high‑quality designs aligned with industry standards.
• Review internal and external designs for code compliance and constructability.
• Prepare project specifications for materials procurement and installation.
• Maintain design and construction documentation, including as‑builts and closeout packages.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project coordination

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

RISA

STAAD

SAP2000

SmartPlant 3D

Revit

Tekla

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description Overview

We are seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join our Power and Industrial Engineering team in Bothell, WA or Exton, PA, with consideration for other U.S. locations near an AtkinsRéalis office. In this role, you will lead and contribute to the design and delivery of complex power generation and industrial infrastructure projects, applying your technical expertise to support safe, efficient, and high‑quality outcomes.

Your role

• Lead and execute civil and structural design for power generation facilities, including: concrete and structural steel support structures, foundations (including combustion and steam turbine dynamic analysis), site development, control buildings, and ancillary structures
• Deliver designs in compliance with applicable codes, standards, and AtkinsRéalis policies, including safety, environmental, QA/QC, and quality standards
• Coordinate design activities to support project schedules and successful delivery
• Support site visits, project estimating, and participation in project meetings
• Produce accurate, high‑quality designs aligned with industry standards and project specifications
• Review internal and external designs for code compliance, constructability, and best practices
• Prepare project specifications for material and equipment procurement and installation
• Address site queries, participate in construction meetings, and conduct site inspections as needed
• Maintain comprehensive design and construction documentation, including as‑built records and closeout packages
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and maintain commitments to project deliverables
• Build strong working relationships with internal teams (Procurement, Drafting, Project Management) and external stakeholders (clients, contractors, suppliers)

About you

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or closely related discipline)
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in structural engineering, with a focus on power generation (preferably thermal)
• Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required
• Strong knowledge of applicable codes and standards (IBC, ASCE, ACI, AISC, OSHA)
• Proficiency with structural analysis and design tools (e.g., RISA, STAAD, SAP2000)
• Experience with dynamic analysis and seismic response preferred
• Familiarity with design and modeling tools such as SmartPlant 3D, Revit, Tekla, , AutoCAD preferred
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and technical documentation skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination abilities
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while taking ownership of deliverables

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact. Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Find out more.

Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $130,000 - $170,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

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