Structural Engineer Manager - Nuclear

Job Summary

This position offers a hybrid work schedule, combining in-office and remote work. It is a lead design engineering role with diverse and challenging opportunities in structural engineering, providing a pathway for career advancement. You will lead a team of structural engineers, collaborate with engineers from other disciplines, and interact directly with clients. Your responsibilities will include leading and mentoring a structural engineering team on projects for new nuclear facilities and upgrades/modifications to existing nuclear power plants.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design.
• As part of the engineering and design team, work on various client projects.
• Prepare, review, and guide design calculations.
• Develop specifications and collaborate with designers on drawing development.
• Prepare, review, or guide the structural analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, and foundations.
• Potential for travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant sites for construction coordination and field verification.

Qualifications

• BSCE with an emphasis in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 15 years of experience in the design and analysis of industrial/heavy commercial or nuclear facility structures as part of a project team.
• Proficiency with structural analysis software (e.g., STAAD, SAP2000, SAFE, STRUDL, ANSYS).
• Proficiency with design codes and standards (e.g., ASCE 7, AISC, ACI).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• PE or SE license required.
• We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Valued Qualifications

• MSCE degree.
• On-site construction support experience.

Award-Winning Benefits

Sargent & Lundy is committed to employee health and well-being, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off. We support work-life balance and provide competitive benefits, recognized by the Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

Financial Benefits

• 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

Work-Life Balance

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$142,710.00 - $215,440.00 annually.

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy provides compensation ranges in compliance with all local and state regulations. Total compensation includes base salary/hourly rate and benefits. Eligible employees may also receive a yearly discretionary bonus.

About This Business Unit

Join Sargent & Lundy's Nuclear Power Group, a leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing since 1954. We are at the forefront of clean energy, working on SMRs, advanced reactor technology, life extensions, digital modernization, coal-to-nuclear conversions, and international new-build projects. Contribute to powering communities worldwide while reducing emissions.

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 other protected status as defined by applicable law.

Location: Chicago, IL, United States Area of Interest: Structural Engineering Type: Full Time - Regular Job ID: 2026-23798 Business Group: Nuclear Power Group Department: Structural and Civil Engineering