Structural Engineer

Protingent; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Protingent is seeking a Structural Engineer for a direct-hire role in Oak Brook, IL. You will serve as the authority on ASME BPVC Sections III and VIII and ASME B31.1 and B31.3, and develop calculation packages to certify compliance with defined standards.

The position involves mentoring junior engineers, performing pipe stress analyses, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring design documentation supports ASME compliance on nuclear/energy projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in heavy industrial structural design, preferably within the nuclear or energy sectors.
• Advanced knowledge of ASME BPVC Section III and VIII is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the authority on ASME BPVC Sections III and VIII and ASME B31.1 and B31.3.
• Author and review formal engineering calculation packages to certify compliance with defined standards, procedures, and regulatory criteria.
• Audit output from drafters, designers, and manufacturing vendors to maintain technical accuracy and ensure deliverables meet requirements.
• Evaluate structural integrity against environmental and dynamic hazards, including seismic and blast loadings.
• Develop and optimize buildable structural designs for skids, heavy equipment foundations, modules, and platform supports.
• Conduct pipe stress calculations to determine nozzle loads and supports.
• Interface with Authorized Inspectors during third-party design reviews and fabrication audits.
• Collaborate with mechanical, piping, and process engineers to prevent load transfer issues across disciplines.
• Mentor junior structural engineers on code calculations and FEA software.
• Stay current on industry developments related to advanced reactors and emerging technologies.

Skills

ASME BPVC knowledge

Structural design experience

FEA software

Strong communication

Nuclear/energy sector experience

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or related discipline

Tools

FEA software

Job description

Position Title

Structural Engineer

Position Description

Protingent Staffing has an exciting direct hire Structural Engineer opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the ultimate authority on ASME BPVC Sections III and VIII and ASME B31.1 and B31.3.
• Author and review formal engineering calculation packages to certify compliance with defined standards, procedures, and regulatory criteria.
• Audit output from drafters, designers, and manufacturing vendors to maintain strict technical accuracy and ensure deliverables meet system requirements and expectations.
• Ensure that engineering work is performed with a high level of integrity through rigorous enforcement of work processes and technical reviews of team deliverables.
• Evaluate structural integrity against environmental and dynamic hazards, including seismic and blast loadings.
• Develop and optimize cost-effective, buildable structural designs for skids, heavy equipment foundations, modules, and platform supports.
• Conduct pipe stress calculations to determine equipment nozzle loads, pipe thermal movements, and structural anchor requirements.
• Interface with Authorized Inspectors during third-party design reviews and fabrication audits.
• Collaborate closely with mechanical, piping, and process engineers to prevent load transfer issues across disciplines.
• Collaborate with system engineers to ensure design documentation supports and substantiates ASME compliance.
• Mentor junior-level structural engineers on code calculations and FEA software.
• Stay current on industry developments related to advanced reactors and emerging technologies.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of internal policies, procedures, and standard work processes.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline (e.g., Civil, Mechanical).
• 5+ years of experience in heavy industrial structural design, preferably within the nuclear or energy sectors.
• Advanced knowledge of ASME BPVC Section III and VIII is highly desired.
• Demonstrated experience in developing design of complex systems or structures, multi-discipline integration, and leading efforts to define and solve problems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical and regulatory information.
• Proven ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams and contribute to a collaborative work environment.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Active Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE) license is desired but not required.
• Advanced mastery of structural and stress analysis software.
• Experience designing components and systems for high temperature gas.
• Familiarity with codes, standards, and industry initiatives for advanced reactor technologies.
• Knowledge of ASME B31.1 and B31.3.
• Cross-functional familiarity with matching codes such as AISC, ASCE, IBC, or AWS.
• Experience working to quality standards on design activities, such as ASME NQA-1 or ISO 9001.
• Knowledge of documentation requirements, including public disclosure, information withholding, and document control processes.

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary Range: $120K-$215K
• Location: Oak Brook, IL (Onsite)

About Protingent

Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.