RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Oak Ridge, TN that is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer.
Responsibilities:
* Designing, developing, testing, and overseeing the construction and maintenance of infrastructure projects
* Overall design and analysis of safety and non-safety related structures for nuclear and commercial projects
* Regularly interfaces with the other technical disciplines (mechanical, nuclear, operations and electrical engineering teams) for structural design and layouts having a significant impact on project
* Applies extensive knowledge and experience, industry best practices, regulatory guidance, codes and standards, and good engineering judgment to ensure the design is compliant with International regulatory criteria and industry best practices
* Performs a variety of advanced engineering calculations using traditional engineering methods or Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to document compliance with project and code requirements, which may include; foundation analyses, structural frame analyses and one-off FEA model analyses
* Generates and reviews civil layout plans, foundation details, steelwork details and architectural feature design; This includes the design of containment, reactor buildings and support systems with reinforced concrete, steel, and composite/advanced materials
* Specializes in the preparation and approval of design documents and plant modifications, including coordination with designers in document development in accordance with approved procedures, processes and design requirements
REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree required in Civil Engineering or related technical or engineering field
* Master's degree preferred
* PE preferred
* 7+ years of relevant experience to include recent nuclear design project structural engineering experience
* Experience in nuclear industry preferred
* Effective written and verbal communication skills
* Mastered the in-depth knowledge and experience required in civil design
* In-depth knowledge of strength of materials and structural mechanics
* Able to complete complex technical work with limited supervision
* Higher-level knowledge and application of skills of fundamental principles and concepts related to civil and structural design
* Familiarity with industry standards and design codes such as ASME, ACI, ASCE and AISC
* Experience in conducting seismic and impact-based dynamic analyses, geotechnical and geophysical engineering
* Experience in modular design development of SSCs
* Experience working with designers and manufacturers to develop models and drawings; knowledge of software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Tekla and Revit
* Prior nuclear industry experience including interactions with NRC or other regulatory authorities
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
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- Dice Id: kforcecx
- Position Id: ITEQG2188317
- Posted 11 days ago
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