Lead Structural Engineer - Nuclear

Lead Structural Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Position offered by Sargent & Lundy.

Work Location: Hybrid schedule; requires in‑office work 3 days per week at the Sargent & Lundy office in Peachtree Corners, GA.

Joining Sargent & Lundy's Nuclear Power Group as a Structural Engineer – Project Lead presents a distinctive opportunity for professional growth in the exciting field of carbon‑free nuclear energy and related technologies. You will support advanced technology projects, collaborate with top industry professionals, tackle exciting challenges, and contribute to the advancement of safe and reliable nuclear power generation for a greener future.

You will also have access to extensive training programs and mentorship opportunities, enabling you to enhance your knowledge and expertise.

This structural engineer project lead position offers a variety of interesting and challenging opportunities in structural engineering and provides an excellent opportunity to advance your career. You will guide a team of structural engineers, interface with clients and engineers from other disciplines, and manage a variety of exciting projects. You will be involved in the design of new nuclear facilities including small modular reactors, advanced reactors and medical isotope facilities, and in upgrades to U.S. and international operating nuclear plants.

• Apply your knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design in the successful execution of assigned tasks.
• Work on a wide range of projects for various clients and interface with them as required.
• Direct the preparation and review of design calculations, specifications, reports and other deliverables and support designers with drawing development.
• Supervise and mentor others in the development of quality engineering deliverables.
• Perform the structural analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, and foundations using state‑of‑the‑art computer tools.
• Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs.

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

• BS in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Structural Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program.
• 10 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, SAP
  2000, SAFE, STRUDL, or ANSYS.
• Proficiency with design codes and standards such as ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• PE or SE license.

• MS in Civil Engineering degree.
• On‑site construction support experience.

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

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