BS degree in Civil Engineering with focus on Structural Engineering from an accredited program
10+ years in industrial/heavy commercial or nuclear facility structural design
Skilled with structural analysis software like STAAD and SAP2000
Familiarity with design codes such as ASCE 7 and AISC
Effective written and verbal communication capabilities
Responsibilities
Lead a team of structural engineers on diverse projects
Interface with clients and other engineering disciplines
Oversee the preparation and review of design calculations and specifications
Mentor junior engineers and ensure quality deliverables
Conduct structural analysis and design using advanced computer tools
Travel for client interactions and field verification of designs
Benefits
Hybrid work schedule, with 3 days in-office and 2 remote
Comprehensive benefits package including health and wellness support
Opportunities to lead innovative automation and AI projects
Career advancement opportunities within a reputable firm
Engagement with a variety of interesting and challenging projects
Full Job Description
Description
This is a Project Lead Structural Engineer position that offers a variety of interesting and challenging opportunities in structural engineering and will provide an excellent opportunity to advance your career. In this position you will guide a team of structural engineers, interface with clients and engineers from other disciplines as well as manage a variety of exciting projects. This position will enable you to:
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 our 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
This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.
Qualifications
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in Canada for this position.
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Essential skills and experience:
BS degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering from a Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board-accredited undergraduate program or a US based 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
Valued, but not required:
Active Ontario Power Generation (OPG) security clearance
MSCE degree
P.Eng license
On site construction support experience
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
$130,193 - $179,016
Transparency Statement
This posting is to fill an existing vacancy. Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all provincial and federal legislation. 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 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.
