Sargent & Lundy

Senior Structural Designer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy • $77K — $118K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate's Degree in drafting or relevant technical experience
  • 10+ years of experience in detailed structural design
  • Proficiency in 3D modeling design software
  • Experience reviewing structural layout drawings
  • Ability to collaborate across engineering and design disciplines

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with multi-disciplined engineering teams to develop structural designs
  • Design structural supports and foundations, troubleshoot structural issues
  • Utilize 3D modeling tools to create design schematics
  • Lead coordination of detailed design phases in structural projects
  • Guide and coordinate with project team members for timely design completion
  • Plan and execute structural design deliverables individually and as a team member
  • Mentor less experienced drafters and designers

Benefits

  • Hybrid work arrangement with three days in-office
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Access to emerging technologies in design and engineering
  • Engagement in projects that support sustainable energy initiatives
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

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.
  • As a member of the structural design team, this position will offer you the opportunity to work with multi-disciplined engineering and design project teams in developing structural physical layout drawings in a 3-D model
  • Challenging assignments that include the design of structural supports and foundations, and investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of structural design issues
  • Utilize 3D modeling software tools to generate structural design schematics
  • Act as the structural design team lead in the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of an integrated structural design model.
  • Participate in the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of an integrated structural design model
  • Coordinate and provide guidance to other designers and project team members to ensure a complete and timely design.
  • Independently and as a member of a design team, plan and execute structural design deliverables
  • There may be the opportunity to accompany and assist senior designers and engineers in field walkdowns and data gathering at client facilities
  • Challenging assignments that include the design of structural supports and foundations, and investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of structural design issues.- Generate structural design schematics.
  • Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less experienced drafters and designers.


Qualifications

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

Essential skills and experience:
  • An Associate's Degree in drafting, or a high school diploma and 1 or more years drafting course work or equivalent technical experience
  • 10 or more years of detailed design experience in the development of structural steel design and reinforced concrete design drawings
  • Proficiency with design software tools in executing 3D plant layout models
  • Experience in the review of structural layout drawings involving steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment and piping supports, foundations, and rebar detailing
  • Ability to interface with engineering and design teams of other disciplines in the power plant design process

Valued but not required experience:
  • Proficiency with MicroStation
  • Associates Degree in Computer Aided Design
  • Experience using AutoCad and Microstation software.
  • Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
  • Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to a technical design.


Technology & Innovation

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work.

We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools.

Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

Compensation Range

$77,890 - $118,999

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!

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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