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Lead Structural Engineer 1 - Nuclear
Location
Illinois
Posted
62 days ago
Salary
$116.6K - $179.9K / year
Seniority
Lead
Job Description
Lead Structural Engineer 1 - Nuclear
Sargent & Lundy
Title: Lead Structural Engineer 1 - Nuclear Location: Chicago United States Job Description: Description This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days. This is a lead design 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 guide a team of structural engineers, interface with engineers from other disciplines, and interface directly with clients. You will have the opportunity to lead and mentor a structural engineering team on engineering projects for new nuclear facilities and upgrades and modifications to nuclear power plants in the following areas: - This position will offer you 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, review, and provide guidance for design calculations, develop specifications, and work with designers for drawing development - You will prepare, review, or guide the structural analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, and foundations - 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: - BSCE with emphasis in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program - Ten 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, SAP2000, SAFE, STRUDL, or ANSYS - Proficiency with design codes and standards such as ASCE 7, AISC, and , ACI - Good written and verbal communication skills - PE or SE license Valued, but not required: - MSCE degree - On site construction support experience #INDEEDSLHP AI & Automation at Sargent & Lundy In this role, we expect people to be willing or able to lead others who use modern tools: - You are expected to lead others in taking engineering problems from issue to solution by setting expectations for using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs. - Leaders in these roles often direct automation and process-improvement work, for example, how teams automate calculations, summarize technical documents, or generate design documentation and guiding when and how AI or agentic AI tools are used while ensuring results are checked. - Overseeing engineers who program or script (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate engineering tasks, with review of automated outputs, is valued but not required. - We also value additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other experience in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that enables effective oversight of automation and agentic AI-enabled engineering workflows. 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 & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance - 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 $116,620.00 - $179,890.00 Transparency Statement Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. 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. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus. About This Business Unit Join Sargent & Lundy's Nuclear Power Group and be part of a team driving the future of clean, carbon-free energy. Since 1954, we've been a trusted leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, with expertise spanning small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor technology (ART), and first-of-a-kind commercial reactor restart projects. Our work supports life extensions and digital modernization of existing nuclear plants, coal-to-nuclear conversion initiatives with the Department of State, and international nuclear new-build projects. With a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, we provide cutting-edge solutions that power communities worldwide while reducing emissions. Shape the future of global energy with us! Awards & Recognition Equal Opportunity Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.
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