Lead Structural Engineer

Our Nuclear Programs and Consulting is a Tier 1 service provider to the U.S. Department of Energy, we deliver safe and innovative solutions at complex nuclear cleanup and production sites. Our services include program management, decommissioning, environmental remediation, waste and nuclear material management, nuclear operations, consulting, and engineering and construction.

We're looking for a Senior Structural Engineer to be Engineer of Record for design projects, leading design teams, developing design calculations using standard and advanced analysis (FEA) techniques, developing drawing, and developing specifications for structures made of steel, concrete, and masonry with emphasis on seismic design. Your work will be performed in Oak Ridge, TN with some travel. You will be able to focus on tackling the toughest situations with a smile as you support the development of life changing infrastructure that improves communities all over the United States. If you're up for the task, then we have been looking for you! Join our team and help us lay the foundation for human progress. Join us and love what you do!

Sole US citizenship required (to comply with government customer requirements and / or applicable government regulations)

Have ability to obtain DOE Q clearance

B.S. in Structural / Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited engineering school

10+ years of post-education experience

A PE or SE license is required with ability to obtain a new state license as required

Perform Engineer of Record duties as assigned

Perform design and full documentation of structural systems as assigned

Interface directly with client counterpart, both virtually and on-site, to develop best solution for assigned projects

Integrate with other design disciplines and project functions such as Mechanical, Electrical, Architecture, Contracts, Document Control, Project Controls, Construction etc

Ability to estimate, schedule, and track assigned project for schedule and cost performance

Knowledge of DOE, NRC, and Nuclear standards in including DOE-1020, NRC Regulatory framework, etc

Knowledge of DOE CD design process and commercial industry charrette process

Understand how soil structure interaction and probabilistic seismic hazard analysis interface with structural design of a project

Expert design knowledge of steel, concrete, and masonry with emphasis on seismic design

Expert implementing multiple years of national code including IBC, AISC, ACI, ASCE 7

Ability to follow and implement established quality procedures and ensures that all work accomplished is procedurally compliant

Experience working within NQA-1

Expert in use of finite element software such as STAAD.pro (or equivalent)

Expert using Microsoft Office software including Teams, Outlook, Project, Word, Excel, etc

Expert in use of MathCAD (or equivalent)

Reside within a commutable distance from our Oak Ridge, TN office

Preferred qualifications :

Competent using Revit, AutoCAD, or MicroStation software

Field experience as Resident Engineer, Field Engineer or Quality Control Engineer

Master's Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

DOE Q clearance

DOE experience

Experience conducting commercial grade dedications for NQA-1 programs

NCEES Record

Essential Functions :

Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, and lifting. Lifting requirements limited to 20 lbs. in the form of supplies, drawings, etc. Longest distance carried of 50 feet. Hand manipulation is required for simple grasping, pushing and pulling, and fine manipulation. Right and / or left hands utilized. Occasional need to reach and / or work above the shoulder, for supplies, as well as below the shoulder for same. No foot controls necessary. Must be alert to equipment in the field, there will be occasional travel, will work near construction job site equipment when in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights.

We help prepare people for new opportunities and challenges. With positions at every level, openings in multiple disciplines, expertise in a range of markets and offices around the globe, we create an environment where you can learn, grow, and thrive. From our competitive benefits program to our Health and Safety initiative of Beyond Zero workplace injuries, we believe that you'll find a flourishing career here.

Equipment and Machines : Standard office PC, with software will be provided

Travel required - As needed

Attendance : Ability to work in the Oak Ridge office is required

OTHER ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS U.S. Citizenship required.

Valid driver's license is required. Must be able to work in a team atmosphere.

Must put forward a professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation.

Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk / hazard to the employee or others.

Must take and pass a pre-employment drug and background check.