Senior Structural Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy

The Role

Overview

Design and analysis of structural components for power transmission upgrades

Key Responsibilities

  • tech specs
  • structural design
  • peer review
  • problem solving
  • field verification
  • client interface

Tasks

-You will prepare technical specifications for structural materials. -You will develop your career via peer-learning through sharing of knowledge with other experienced engineers by way of S&L’s systems of process and associated “Communities of Practice.” -You will Perform independent reviews of work performed by others, including calculations and drawing preparation. -You will work on challenging assignments that include investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of structural engineering issues. -You will perform structural analysis and detailed design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment, and foundations. -You will travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to substation locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs. -Coordinate and provide guidance to other engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to ensure a complete and timely design. -Develop integrated structural designs and perform supporting calculations for the planned work. -You will have direct interface with the client and communicate technical information. -Perform reviews of existing facilities to propose upgrades and replacements, and present findings and recommendations to clients and peers.

Requirements

  • bsce/msce
  • pe
  • mathcad
  • staad pro
  • sap2000
  • 7+ years

What You Bring

-This position requires a BSCE or MSCE from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program with a strong academic background in behavior of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design. -Proficiency with any of the following programs: MathCad, STAAD PRO, SAP2000, SAFE, RISA 3D and RISA Floor -Experience with the design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models. -Technically knowledgeable of the practical application of structural engineering including analysis for structural supports, loads, and design integrity. -7 or more years of experience as a practicing structural engineer preferably a member of a project team working on the design and upgrade of electrical substations. -FSA & HSA -Familiarity with design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318. -Must be able to complete assignments within budget and schedule with a high degree of accuracy. -Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. -Experience in the design of light industrial building structures -Experience in writing and providing support documentation for structural engineering calculations. -Ability to communicate effectively with the client with appropriate level of technical detail -Ability to perform occasional walk-downs and visit client site to attend scoping meetings. -PE license

Benefits

-Employee Assistance Program (EAP) -Paid Vacation -Life & Accident Insurance -Pre-Tax Commuter Account -Paid Parental Leave -First Professional Licensure Bonus -Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision -Back-Up Daycare -Flexible Work Arrangements -Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST) -Merit Scholarship Program -Paid Holidays -Paid Bereavement Leave -Employee Discount Program -Corporate Charitable Giving Program -Tuition Assistance -Employee Referral Bonus -Disability Coverage

The Company

About Sargent & Lundy

-The company specializes in providing innovative solutions across the energy and industrial sectors. -With a rich legacy, Sargent & Lundy has delivered high-impact projects for utilities, government entities, and large industrial clients. -Notable projects include power plants, renewable energy installations, and water treatment facilities. -The firm is recognized for its expertise in energy transition solutions, especially in nuclear, solar, and wind sectors. -Their global reach includes both large-scale infrastructure projects and localized service offerings tailored to specific industries. -Sargent & Lundy thrives on providing full-service capabilities, from design and planning to construction and operations. -The company’s engineering prowess is often highlighted by its deep involvement in complex energy systems and environmental solutions.

Sector Specialisms

Nuclear Power

Grid

Decarbonization

Renewable Energy

Conventional Power

Environmental

Oil & Gas

Consulting & Planning

Government Services

Power Industry

Energy

Industrial

Hazardous Waste

National Security

Visa Sponsorship

-we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the u.s. for this position.