Structural Engineer – Nuclear Facility Projects (Remote 10%)

Markon, Inc.; Town of Niskayuna (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Markon, Inc. is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to support the Naval Nuclear Laboratory at the Knolls site in Niskayuna, NY.

The role involves providing structural engineering expertise for facility construction, infrastructure upgrades, and utility projects within a highly regulated industrial environment. The position may be performed remotely up to 10% of the time and requires an active DOE L clearance (DoD Secret or higher may be considered).

Qualifications

• Citizenship required for clearance eligibility.
• 7-year clean background check required.
• BS in Structural Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• 5+ years of relevant structural engineering experience.
• Experience designing/analysing structures, calculations, contract docs, cost estimates.
• Knowledge of building codes and structural engineering practices.
• Experience supporting construction administration (RFIs, submittals, inspections).
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specs, and documentation.
• Strong technical communication and coordination with teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide structural engineering support for facility construction, infrastructure improvements, and utility projects at the Knolls site.
• Collaborate with sponsors and stakeholders to define project scopes and technical requirements.
• Prepare and review calculations, construction drawings, and cost estimates.
• Support development of contract documents and technical packages for facility and utility projects.
• Review drawings to verify compliance with codes and standards.
• Coordinate with A/E firms during design and documentation.
• Provide construction phase oversight, including reviews and field coordination.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, and inspections during construction.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to project stakeholders.

Skills

Citizenship required

Background check

Structural design

Construction administration

Engineering coordination

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Structural Engineering

Job description

Markon, Inc. is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to support the Naval Nuclear Laboratory at the Knolls site in Niskayuna, NY.

The role involves providing structural engineering expertise for facility construction, infrastructure upgrades, and utility projects within a highly regulated industrial environment. The position may be performed remotely up to 10% of the time and requires an active DOE L clearance (DoD Secret or higher may be considered).