Sargent & Lundy
Senior Structural Engineer 1 - Nuclear
Sargent & Lundy, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Senior Structural Engineer 1 - Nuclear
Join Sargent & Lundy as a Senior Structural Engineer to work on new nuclear facilities and upgrades to existing nuclear power plants. You will collaborate with a team of structural engineers, interface with engineers from other disciplines, and guide the work of less experienced project team members.
Responsibilities
Apply knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design.
Prepare and review design calculations, develop specifications, and support designers with drawing development.
Use state‑of‑the‑art computer tools to perform structural analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment and piping supports, and foundations.
Conduct structural analyses for loading conditions such as wind and seismic.
Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews, plant site locations for construction coordination, and field verification of designs as needed.
Operate in a hybrid work schedule, requiring in‑office presence three days per week.
Qualifications
BS degree in Structural/Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program.
5+ years of experience as a member of a project team in the design and analysis of structures.
Proficiency with structural analysis software such as STAAD, SAP2000, SAFE, STRUDL, or ANSYS.
Familiarity with design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI.
Proficiency with MS Office applications.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Valued, But Not Required
MSCE degree.
Experience with design and analysis of power plant and/or industrial structures.
On‑site construction support experience.
PE or SE license.
Award‑Winning 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 $82,380.00 – $125,860.00
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. Our work supports life extensions and digital modernization of existing nuclear plants, coal‑to‑nuclear conversion initiatives with the Department of State, and international nuclear new‑build projects. With a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, we provide cutting‑edge solutions that power communities worldwide while reducing emissions.
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.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
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Responsibilities
Apply knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design.
Prepare and review design calculations, develop specifications, and support designers with drawing development.
Use state‑of‑the‑art computer tools to perform structural analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment and piping supports, and foundations.
Conduct structural analyses for loading conditions such as wind and seismic.
Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews, plant site locations for construction coordination, and field verification of designs as needed.
Operate in a hybrid work schedule, requiring in‑office presence three days per week.
Qualifications
BS degree in Structural/Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program.
5+ years of experience as a member of a project team in the design and analysis of structures.
Proficiency with structural analysis software such as STAAD, SAP2000, SAFE, STRUDL, or ANSYS.
Familiarity with design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI.
Proficiency with MS Office applications.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Valued, But Not Required
MSCE degree.
Experience with design and analysis of power plant and/or industrial structures.
On‑site construction support experience.
PE or SE license.
Award‑Winning 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 $82,380.00 – $125,860.00
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. Our work supports life extensions and digital modernization of existing nuclear plants, coal‑to‑nuclear conversion initiatives with the Department of State, and international nuclear new‑build projects. With a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, we provide cutting‑edge solutions that power communities worldwide while reducing emissions.
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.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Professional Services
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