Staff Structural Nuclear Engineer

SolveNow Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Staff Structural Nuclear Engineer in Kansas City, Missouri. The role requires advanced engineering techniques to lead projects involving nuclear power facilities. Responsibilities include conducting complex analyses, mentoring junior team members, and ensuring adherence to quality standards. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Engineering with at least five years of experience. This position offers an opportunity to influence project success and foster knowledge sharing within the team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of relevant engineering experience.
• Active professional engineering registration or licensure.
• Strong background in nuclear power facilities design.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply engineering standards and procedures.
• Independently perform complex analyses and designs.
• Lead project activities and manage budgets.

Skills

Complex engineering analysis

Mentoring

Project management

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

RISA-3D

STAAD Pro

GT STRUDL

ANSYS

Job description

About the job Staff Structural Nuclear Engineer

The Opportunity

This role functions as a technical specialist or project lead. Operating with minimal supervision, the individual applies advanced engineering techniques and analytical skills to complex problems. The position involves developing innovative concepts, mentoring junior team members, and potentially supervising engineering staff on projects of low to medium complexity. Responsibilities may include creating, validating, and delivering technical outputs with a high standard of quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and apply knowledge of design standards, procedures, engineering codes, and quality systems, while mentoring others on compliance and best practices.
• Independently perform complex engineering analyses and designs, ensuring adherence to project quality and standards.
• Prepare advanced engineering deliverables, perform intricate research, and develop recommendations for material and equipment selection.
• Lead or coordinate project activities, delegate tasks effectively, and review the work of junior engineers.
• Oversee budgets, schedules, and quality requirements for assigned projects.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to align project objectives with client goals.
• Provide support for business development efforts and contribute to proposal and client engagement activities.
• Serve as a subject matter expert, offering consultation on complex engineering challenges and fostering knowledge sharing within the team.
• Mentor and coach less experienced professionals, contribute to career development discussions, and assist in succession planning.
• Support resource management strategies for small teams or single-discipline groups.
• Handle select administrative duties such as ensuring compliance with policies, approving timesheets, and maintaining documentation accuracy.

Management Responsibilities

This is an individual contributor role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong background in steel and reinforced concrete design for nuclear power facilities.
• Experience preparing technical specifications and scope of work documents.

Software Experience

• RISA-3D
• STAAD Pro
• GT STRUDL
• ANSYS

Code Experience

• ASME Section III, Section XI
• AISC, 15th Edition
• ACI 318, ACI 349

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering from an accredited program.
• Minimum of five years of relevant engineering experience.
• Ability to meet all pre-employment requirements, including background checks, drug screening, and motor vehicle record review as applicable.

Certifications

• Active professional engineering registration or licensure to support Engineer of Record (EOR) responsibilities as required.