Lead Structural Engineer 1 - Nuclear

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

Your time will be spent at the nuclear plant in Waterford, Connecticut (Millstone Nuclear Power Plant).

Qualifications

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

Essential Skills and Experience :

BSCE with emphasis in Structural Engineering from an 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

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Valued, but Not Required :

MSCE degree

On-site construction support experience

PE or SE license

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance

Health Plans : Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Accident Insurance

Disability Coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Back-Up Daycare

FSA & HSA

401(k)

Pre-Tax Commuter Account

Merit Scholarship Program

Employee Discount Program

Corporate Charitable Giving Program

Tuition Assistance

First Professional Licensure Bonus

Employee Referral Bonus

Paid Annual Personal / Sick Time (PST)

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Bereavement Leave

Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$116,620.00 - $179,890.00

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!

Awards & Recognition

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

CityNew London

StateCT

CountryUnited States

Area of InterestEngineering

TypeFull Time - Regular

Job ID2025-18027

Business GroupNuclear Power Group

DepartmentStructural and Civil Engineering