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Sargent & Lundy

Structural Engineer 1 (Entry-Level) - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214

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Sargent & Lundy . This position offers the opportunity to utilize and expand your academic background in structural engineering within a professional setting that tackles new nuclear facilities and associated modifications.

Responsibilities

Apply knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design to projects.

Prepare design calculations, develop specifications, and support designers with drawing development.

Perform structural analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment and piping supports, and foundations using state‑of‑the‑art computer tools.

Conduct structural analyses for loading conditions such as wind and seismic.

Additional Opportunities

Receive training and mentorship from experienced structural design engineers on meaningful project engineering assignments.

Potential to travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs.

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s or Master’s of Science in Structural/Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering with a strong academic background.

Completion of coursework in steel and concrete design.

Knowledge of practical application of structural engineering including load analysis for structural supports and design integrity.

Understanding of practical application of structural engineering principles, techniques, and procedures to a project design.

Knowledge of structural design techniques, tools, and principles involved in producing technical plans, drawings, and models.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Proficiency with MS Office applications.

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

Valued but Not Required Skills and Experience

A Bachelor’s or Master’s of Science from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission‑approved program.

Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and designation as an Engineer in Training.

Experience in writing and providing support documentation for Structural Engineering calculations.

Familiarity with structural analysis software such as MathCad, STAAD PRO, SAP2000, SAFE, GT STRUDL, or ANSYS.

Familiarity with design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, N690, ACI 318, and ACI 349.

Benefits

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Accident Insurance

Disability Coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Back‑Up Daycare

FSA & HSA

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

Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Bereavement Leave

Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range $60,660.00 - $87,090.00

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.

About This Business Unit Join Sargent & Lundy’s Nuclear Power Group and be part of a team driving the future of clean, carbon‑free energy. Since 1954, we’ve been a trusted leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, with expertise spanning small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor technology (ART), and first‑of‑a‑kind commercial reactor restart projects.

Awards & Recognition 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.

Seniority Level Entry Level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Engineering and Information Technology

Industries Professional Services

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