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Sargent & Lundy

Senior Structural Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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Senior Structural Engineer 2 - Grid Join to apply for the Senior Structural Engineer 2 - Grid role at Sargent & Lundy. This position will offer you the ability to directly apply your knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design. As a member of an engineering and design team, you will work on a wide range of power transmission modifications and upgrades to support client recommendations and reviews, including creating calculations, documenting designs, and specifications.

Responsibilities

Investigate, troubleshoot, and solve a wide variety of structural engineering issues.

Perform structural analysis and detailed design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment, and foundations.

Develop integrated structural designs and perform supporting calculations for the planned work.

Interface directly with the client and communicate technical information.

Prepare technical specifications for structural materials.

Perform independent reviews of work performed by others, including calculations and drawing preparation.

Coordinate and provide guidance to other engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to ensure a complete and timely design.

Review existing facilities to propose upgrades and replacements, and present findings and recommendations to clients and peers.

Develop your career via peer‑learning through sharing of knowledge with other experienced engineers via S&L’s systems of process and associated “Communities of Practice.”

Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to substation locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs.

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

Essential Skills and Experience

BSCE or MSCE from an ABET‑approved program with a strong academic background in behavior of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design.

7 or more years of experience as a practicing structural engineer, preferably on a project team working on the design and upgrade of electrical substations.

Ability to communicate effectively with the client with an appropriate level of technical detail.

Ability to perform occasional walk‑downs and visit client sites to attend scoping meetings.

Experience in writing and providing support documentation for structural engineering calculations.

Must be able to complete assignments within budget and schedule with a high degree of accuracy.

Technical knowledge of the practical application of structural engineering, including analysis for structural supports, loads, and design integrity.

Experience with the design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Proficiency with any of the following programs: MathCad, STAAD PRO, SAP2000, SAFE, RISA 3D, and RISA Floor.

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

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Valued but Not Required Skills and Experience

PE license

Experience in the design of light industrial building structures

Award‑Winning Benefits 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 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 BonusEmployee Referral Bonus

Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Bereavement Leave

Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range $95,840.00 - $147,870.00

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.

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.

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