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Lead Structural Engineer 2 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy · Chicago, IL · 2 wk ago
Engineering$135k–$206k/yrFull-time

About the role

This Is a Lead Design Engineering Position That Offers a Variety Of Interesting And Challenging Opportunities In Structural Engineering And Will Provide An Excellent Opportunity To Advance Your Career. You Will Guide a Team Of Structural Engineers, Interface With Engineers From Other Disciplines, And Interface Directly With Clients.

Responsibilities

  • Guide a Team Of Structural Engineers
  • Interface With Engineers From Other Disciplines
  • Interface Directly With Clients
  • Lead And Mentor a Structural Engineering Team On Engineering Projects For New Nuclear Facilities And Upgrades And Modifications To Nuclear Power Plants In The Following Areas
  • Work On A Wide Range Of Projects For Various Clients
  • Prepare, Review, And Provide Guidance For Design Calculations
  • Develop Specifications
  • Work With Designers For Drawing Development
  • Prepare, Review, Or Guide The Structural Analysis And Design Of Steel Frames, Connections, Concrete Members, And Foundations
  • Travel To Client And Vendor Offices For Design Reviews And To Plant Site Locations For Construction Coordination And Field Verification Of Designs

Qualifications

  • BSCE with emphasis in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
  • 12 or more years of experience working as a member of a project team in the design and analysis of industrial / heavy commercial or nuclear facility structures
  • Proficiency with structural analysis software such as STAAD, SAP2000, SAFE, STRUDL, or ANSYS
  • Proficiency with design codes and standards such as ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • PE or SE license
  • MSCE degree
  • On site construction support experience

Skills

  • Willingness Or Ability To Lead Others Who Use Modern Tools
  • Leadership In Taking Engineering Problems From Issue To Solution By Setting Expectations For Using Data And Modern Tools Such As Automation And AI To Improve Workflows, Reduce Rework, And Deliver Cost-Effective Designs
  • Overseeing Engineers Who Program Or Script (e.g., Python, MATLAB, Advanced Excel) To Automate Engineering Tasks, With Review Of Automated Outputs
  • Additional Learning In Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, Or Related Fields That Enables Effective Oversight Of Automation And Agentic AI-Enabled Engineering Workflows

Benefits

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 & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance 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 $134,546 - $205,557 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.

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