Structural Designer 3 - Nuclear Power

Sargent Lundy; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off—vacation/sick leave

Flexible work arrangements

Tuition assistance

Employee discount program

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy in Knoxville, TN, seeks an experienced structural designer/drafter to join our hybrid team. The role involves delivering 3D structural layout drawings for power plant projects, coordinating multi-discipline design work, and mentoring junior drafters.

Essential qualifications include 4+ years of drafting in structural steel and concrete, with proficiency in 3D plant layout modeling. MicroStation familiarity is valued; some field work may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent plus drafting coursework or experience.
• 4+ years of detailed structural design drafting experience.
• Proficiency with 3D plant layout models and design software.
• Experience reviewing steel frames, concrete members, and supports.

Responsibilities

• Develop structural layout drawings in 3D models with multi-discipline teams.
• Design structural supports, foundations, and troubleshoot design issues.
• Generate schematics using 3D modeling software tools.
• Coordinate detailed design phases for integrated models.
• Support other designers and project members for timely delivery.
• Plan and execute structural design deliverables both independently and in teams.
• Assist senior designers/engineers during field walkdowns and data gathering.

Skills

Drafting experience

Team collaboration

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Associate's Degree in drafting

Tools

MicroStation

3D modeling tools

Job description

Responsibilities

This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of work spent in office and working remote from home.

• As a member of the structural design team, this position will offer you the opportunity to work with multi-disciplined engineering and design project teams in developing structural physical layout drawings in a 3-D model
• Challenging assignments that include the design of structural supports and foundations, and investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of structural design issues
• Utilize 3D modeling software tools to generate structural design schematics
• Participate in the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of an integrated structural design model
• Provide support to other designers and project team members in order to ensure a complete and timely design
• Independently and as a member of a design team, plan and execute structural design deliverables
• There may be the opportunity to accompany and assist senior designers and engineers in field walkdowns and data gathering at client facilities
• Provide guidance to others in the use of drafting tools, and also as a mentor in the development of less experienced drafters and designers

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

• An Associate's Degree in drafting, or a high school diploma and 1 or more years drafting course work or equivalent technical experience
• Four or more years of detailed design experience in the development of structural steel design and reinforced concrete design drawings
• Proficiency with design software tools in executing 3D plant layout models
• Experience in the review of structural layout drawings involving steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment and piping supports, foundations, and rebar detailing
• Ability to interface with engineering and design teams of other disciplines in the power plant design process

Valued but not required experience:

• Proficiency with MicroStation

About Sargent & Lundy

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

Financial Benefits

• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

Work-Life Balance

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$68,325 - $104,385

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.