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Senior Structural Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy · Surry, VA · 1 wk ago
Engineering$85k–$129k/yrFull-time

About the role

This is a senior 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 collaborate with a team of structural engineers, interface with engineers from other disciplines, and guide the work of less experienced project team members. This will be an onsite field support position at Surry Nuclear Generating Station.

Responsibilities

  • Work with a structural engineering team on engineering projects for new nuclear facilities and upgrades and modifications to nuclear power plants in the following areas:
    • Materials
    • Structural analysis
    • Structural steel design
    • Reinforced concrete design
  • Prepare and review 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
  • Conduct structural analyses, including loading conditions such as wind and seismic
  • Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs

Qualifications

  • BS degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
  • Five or more years of experience working 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

Skills

  • Experience with design and analysis of power plant and/or industrial structures
  • On-site construction support experience
  • PE or SE license
  • AI & Automation at Sargent & Lundy

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 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: $84,762 - $129,498

Pay

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.

Schedule

Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

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