Civil​/Structural Engineer

Hukari Ascendent is a Women-Owned, Small Business specializing in comprehensive engineering and technical support services associated with commercial nuclear power and other Department of Energy (DOE) nuclear activities.

Rate: $108.79/hr + Full Benefits

Provide expert civil/structural engineering design and analysis for plutonium processing facilities. Lead design package development, perform safety-related and non-safety-related structural evaluations, and provide rapid technical response for facility modifications and operational support. Work directly with nuclear-grade concrete and steel structures under strict DOE/NNSA quality assurance requirements.

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (ABET-accredited)
• Minimum 9 years of practical civil/structural engineering experience
• Expert knowledge of DOE/NNSA codes and standards (ASCE 4/7/43, ASME NQA-1, ACI 349, AISC 360/N690, IBC, IEBC)
• Proven experience with safety-related structural systems design and analysis
• Strong understanding of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B or equivalent quality assurance programs
• Proficiency with structural analysis software (ANSYS, SAP
  2000, STAAD.Pro, GT STRUDL, or similar) and CAD software (AutoCAD, Micro Station)
• U.S. Citizenship (required for DOE Q clearance)
• Ability to participate in Human Reliability Program (HRP)

• Advanced engineering degree (M.S. Structural Engineering or M.S. Civil Engineering)
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
• Previous DOE Q or L clearance
• Experience with plutonium facilities, special nuclear material handling, or nuclear weapons complex
• Familiarity with seismic qualification of structures and equipment, glovebox structural support systems, or criticality safety containment structures
• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) software (ANSYS, ABAQUS, RISA-3D)
• Background in foundation design for nuclear facilities or soil-structure interaction analysis
• Knowledge of DOE Standard 1020 and seismic design for nuclear facilities

• Design and analyze civil/structural systems for Safety-Related and Non-Safety-Related structures
• Develop engineering calculations, specifications, and design drawings
• Provide construction and project support for facility modifications
• Conduct system integration activities across multiple engineering disciplines
• Perform rapid response technical evaluations for operational issues
• Interface with regulatory bodies and ensure code compliance
• Mentor and provide technical direction to engineering staff

Hukari Ascendent offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Hukari Ascendent is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran or military status including disabled veterans and Vietnam era veterans, or other protected status.

Hukari Ascendent maintains a drug-free workplace.