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Lead Structural Engineer 2 - Grid

Civil EngineerCivil EngineerFull TimeHybridLeadTeam 1,001-5,000Since 1891H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

Illinois

Posted

6 days ago

Salary

$134.5K - $205.6K / year

Seniority

Lead

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Job Description

Lead Structural Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy

Title: Lead Structural Engineer 2 - Grid Job Description: City Chicago State IL Country United States Area of Interest Structural Engineering Type Full Time - Regular Job ID 2026-24788 Business Group Grid Group Department Structural Engineering Description 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 power transmission modifications and upgrades to support client recommendations and reviews including creating calculations, design documents and specifications. - You will work on challenging assignments that include investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of structural engineering issues. - You will perform structural analysis and detailed design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment, and foundations. - Develop integrated structural designs and perform supporting calculations for the planned work. - You will have direct interface with the client and communicate technical information. - You will prepare technical specifications for structural materials. - You will Perform independent reviews of work performed by others, including calculations and drawing preparation. - Coordinate and provide guidance to other engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to ensure a complete and timely design. - Perform reviews of existing facilities to propose upgrades and replacements, and present findings and recommendations to clients and peers. - You will develop your career via peer-learning through sharing of knowledge with other experienced engineers by way of S&L’s systems of process and associated “Communities of Practice.” - You will travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to substation locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, with the expectation of spending three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days. Dependent upon your location, this opportunity offers a generous relocation package. Qualifications We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position. Essential skills and experience: - This position requires a BSCE or MSCE from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program with a strong academic background in behavior of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design. - 12 or more years of experience as a practicing structural engineer preferably a member of a project team working on the design and upgrade of electrical substations. - Ability to communicate effectively with the client with appropriate level of technical detail - Ability to perform occasional walk-downs and visit client site to attend scoping meetings. - Experience in writing and providing support documentation for structural engineering calculations. - Must be able to complete assignments within budget and schedule with a high degree of accuracy. - Technically knowledgeable of the practical application of structural engineering including analysis for structural supports, loads, and design integrity. - Experience with the design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models. - Proficiency with any of the following programs: MathCad, STAAD PRO, SAP2000, SAFE, RISA 3D and RISA Floor - Familiarity with design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318. - Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Valued but not required skills and experience: - PE license - Experience in the design of light industrial building structures 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 $134,546 - $205,557 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. 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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