Lead Structural Engineer

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Lead Structural Engineer opportunity in Oak Ridge, TN
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Job posting:  (application instructions).

Senior Structural Engineer to be Engineer of Record for design projects, leading design teams, developing design calculations using standard and advanced analysis (FEA) techniques, drawing and specifications for steel, concrete and masonry structures with emphasis on seismic design.

• Perform Engineer of Record duties as assigned.
• Perform design and full documentation of structural systems as assigned.
• Interface directly with client counterpart, both virtually and on‑site, to develop best solutions for assigned projects.
• Integrate with other design disciplines and project functions such as Mechanical, Electrical, Architecture, Contracts, Document Control, Project Controls, and Construction.

• B.S. in Structural/Civil Engineering from an ABET‑accredited engineering school.
• 10+ years of post‑education experience.
• Active PE or SE license; ability to obtain a new state license as required.
• Ability to estimate, schedule, and track assigned project for schedule and cost performance.
• Knowledge of DOE, NRC, and nuclear standards including DOE‑1020, NRC regulatory framework, etc.
• Knowledge of DOE CD design process and commercial industry charrette process.
• Understanding of soil‑structure interaction and probabilistic seismic hazard analysis and their interface with structural design.
• Expert design knowledge of steel, concrete, and masonry with emphasis on seismic design.
• Expertise in implementing national codes including IBC, AISC, ACI, ASCE 7.
• Ability to follow and implement established quality procedures and ensure all work is procedural compliant.
• Experience working within NQA‑1.
• Expert in finite element software such as STAAD.pro (or equivalent).
• Expertise in Microsoft Office software including Teams, Outlook, Project, Word, Excel, etc.
• Expertise in MathCAD (or equivalent).
• Reside within commutable distance from our Oak Ridge, TN office.

• Master’s degree in civil engineering or equivalent.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, or Micro Station software.
• Field experience as Resident Engineer, Field Engineer or Quality Control Engineer.
• DOE Q clearance.
• DOE experience.
• Experience conducting commercial‑grade dedications for NQA‑1 programs.
• NCEES Record.

• Sole United States Citizenship.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Security clearance; active clearance is a plus.

If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience, please follow the application steps via our website:

Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!

Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.

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