Structural Engineer 3 - Nuclear at Sargent & Lundy in Pittsburgh, PA

STRUCTURAL ENGINEER 3 - NUCLEAR City Pittsburgh State PA Country United States Area of Interest Structural Engineering Type Full Time - Regular Job ID 2026-24751 Business Group Nuclear Power Group Department Structural and Civil Engineering DESCRIPTION This is a senior engineering position that offers a variety of interesting and challenging opportunities in structural engineering and will provide an excellent opportunity to advance your career. You will collaborate with a team of structural engineers, interface with engineers from other disciplines, and guide the work of less experienced project team members. You will work with a structural engineering team on engineering projects for new nuclear facilities and upgrades and modifications to nuclear power plants. • This position will offer you the ability to directly apply your knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design • As a member of an engineering and design team, you will work on a wide range of projects for various clients. You will prepare and review design calculations, develop specifications, and support designers with drawing development • Using our state-of-the-art computer tools, you will perform the structural analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, and foundations • There is the potential for you to travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs QUALIFICATIONS We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.   Essential skills and experience:  • BS degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program • Three or more years of experience working as a member of a project team in the design and analysis of structures, including both AISC steel and ACI concrete designs • Experience with structural analysis software such as STAAD, SAP2000, SAFE, STRUDL, or ANSYS • Experience with design codes and standards such as ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI • Good written and verbal communication skills   Valued, but not required: • MSCE degree • Experience with design and analysis of power plant and/or industrial structures • On site construction support experience • PE or SE license AI & AUTOMATION AT SARGENT & LUNDY In this role, we expect people to be willing or able to solve problems using modern tools: • You are expected to take engineering problems from issue to solution using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs. • Many engineers in these roles build or use automation to create calculations, summarize technical documents, or draft design documentation, including appropriate use of agentic AI tools, with strong engineering judgment and verification of results. • Programming or scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate calculations, design checks, reporting, or data transformation is valued but not required. • We also value additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other training in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that helps you apply automation or agentic AI to real engineering problems. 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 & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-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 $74,353 - $113,595 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! 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. OPTIONS Apply for this job onlineApply Share Email this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Software Powered by iCIMS www.icims.com