Sargent & Lundy

Lead Special Structural Analysis Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy$116K — $179K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • MSCE with emphasis in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
  • PE or SE license
  • 10+ years of experience in structural design and analysis for industrial/nuclear facilities
  • Proficient in structural analysis software like SAP2000 and ANSYS
  • Knowledgeable in design codes such as ASCE and AISC
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of structural engineers on diverse engineering projects
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineers and clients
  • Prepare, review, and guide design calculations and specifications
  • Oversee structural analysis of safety-critical structures under various loading conditions
  • Facilitate travel for on-site construction coordination and design reviews

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunity for career advancement
  • Culture of innovation and sustainability
  • Engagement in cutting-edge projects in nuclear engineering
  • Access to training and modern engineering tools including AI and automation
Full Job Description
Description

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 of safety-related structures under various loading conditions, such seismic loading, impactive/impulsive loading.
  • 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:

  • MSCE with emphasis in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
  • PE or SE license
  • 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 asSAP2000, STRUDL, SASSI or ANSYS
  • Proficiency with design codes and standards such as ASCE 4, ASCE 43, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI
  • Good written and verbal communication skills

Valued, but not required:

  • Ph.D. degree
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.
Compensation Range$116,620.00 - $179,890.00 Transparency StatementSargent & 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, we9ve 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!

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About Sargent & Lundy

Sargent & Lundy is an engineering consulting firm that provides comprehensive engineering, energy business consulting, and project services for power generation and transmission projects. The company was founded in 1891 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Sargent & Lundy has a team of over 2,000 professionals who have extensive experience in the power industry and can provide clients with innovative solutions to complex challenges. The company has worked on a wide range of projects including nuclear power plants, fossil fuel power plants, and renewable energy projects.
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