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Structural Engineer ; Entry-Level - Nuclear

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: Sargent & Lundy
Full Time position
Listed on 2025-12-23
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Structural Engineer, Civil Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60660 - 87090 USD Yearly USD 60660.00 87090.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Structural Engineer 1 (Entry-Level) - Nuclear

Overview

This position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your academic background in structural engineering in a professional position offering a wide range of interesting and challenging responsibilities. You will team up with other engineers and designers from various disciplines involved in the design of new nuclear facilities, nuclear plant betterment, and associated modifications.

Responsibilities
  • As an Entry-Level Structural Engineer, you will have 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 projects for various clients. You will prepare design calculations, develop specifications, and support designers with drawing development.

  • Using our state-of-the-art computer tools, you will perform the structural analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment and piping supports, and foundations.

  • Additionally, you will conduct structural analyses, which include loading conditions such as wind and seismic.

  • Receive training and mentorship from experienced structural design engineers in the execution of meaningful project engineering assignments.

  • There is the potential for you to travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site 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
  • A Bachelor’s or Master’s of Science in Structural/Civil Engineering with a strong academic background and interest in behavior of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design

  • Completion of coursework in steel and concrete design

  • Knowledge of the practical application of structural engineering including loads analysis for structural supports and design integrity

  • An understanding of the practical application of structural engineering including applying principles, techniques, and procedures to a project design

  • Knowledge of structural design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Proficiency with MS Office applications

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 Math Cad, STAAD PRO, SAP
    2000, SAFE, GT STRUDL, or ANSYS

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

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 and Work-Life Balance 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

Equality and Compliance

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation…

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