Senior Civil Structural Engineer

Overview

Remote
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Contract - 18 Month(s)

Skills

Civil Engineering
Design Analysis
Leadership
Process Improvement
Structural Engineering
Structural Analysis
Systems Design

Job Details

Job Summary:
The Senior Civil Structural Engineer will play a key role in supporting New Nuclear Plant Engineering projects by leading the design, analysis, and documentation of structural systems and components. This individual will be responsible for developing engineering solutions that meet safety, regulatory, and performance standards. The role is critical to ensuring the safe, reliable, and timely development of nuclear infrastructure in a complex technical environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform static and dynamic analyses of safety-related structures, including concrete, steel, and composite elements.

  • Conduct structural evaluations per ASME B&PV Section III Div. 2, ACI 349, and AISC N690 codes.

  • Analyze thermal and hydrodynamic loads and their impact on containment structures.

  • Generate system design specifications, calculations, drawings, and licensing documentation.

  • Interface with internal and external partners including suppliers, regulatory authorities, and engineering teams.

  • Lead or contribute to the design and verification of BWR (Boiling Water Reactor) structural systems.

  • Prepare technical reports, quality assurance documentation, and contract deliverables in alignment with industry standards.

  • Support the qualification, approval, and resolution of non-conforming materials and design changes.

  • Ensure project deliverables meet regulatory requirements and internal standards on time and within scope.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements:

  • Bachelor s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required.

  • Minimum 8 years of experience in the energy industry (nuclear preferred) or a comparable technical field.

  • At least 5 years of hands-on experience designing and developing infrastructure in complex, high-reliability environments (e.g., power plants, marine, or process industries).

  • Minimum 3 years in a technical or program leadership role.

  • Minimum 3 years of experience engaging directly with regulators, customers, and suppliers.

Special Requirements:

  • U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the U.S. may be required for regulatory compliance or export control.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Proficiency in industry-standard design codes: ACI, ASME, AISC, ASCE, and AWS.

  • Expertise in structural analysis for nuclear containment structures.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.

  • Skilled in requirements management tools and engineering documentation.

  • Proven technical judgment and problem-solving abilities.

  • Ability to collaborate effectively with global teams and regulatory bodies.

Additional Desired Characteristics:

  • Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in one or more states.

  • Master s or Ph.D. in Civil Engineering.

  • Experience with steel plate composite structures and nuclear construction projects.

  • Strategic thinking with a process-improvement mindset.

  • Strong interpersonal and team leadership skills.

Work Environment:

  • Hybrid work model with occasional travel to project sites, supplier locations, or customer meetings.

  • May involve extended hours during critical project phases.

  • Collaborative and fast-paced engineering environment.

Other Duties:

This job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned based on business needs.

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