Associate Structural Engineer

Sargent & Lundy - Chattanooga, TN

Full-time - Entry Level

Hybrid - Chattanooga, TN

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

This position offers an opportunity for a Structural Engineer to apply and expand their academic background in Structural Engineering within a professional setting. The role involves collaboration with engineers and designers on the design of new nuclear facilities and modifications, providing a range of interesting and challenging responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design calculations and develop specifications for various projects.
• Support designers with drawing development.
• Perform structural analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment and piping supports, and foundations using advanced computer tools.
• Conduct structural analyses considering loading conditions such as wind and seismic.
• Receive training and mentorship from experienced structural design engineers.
• Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs.

Requirements

• BS in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 1+ years of applicable experience, or an MSCE from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program.
• Knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and designation as an Engineer in Training.
• MSCE degree.
• Familiarity with structural analysis software such as STAAD, SAP2000, SAFE, STRUDL, or ANSYS.
• Familiarity with design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI.

Benefits

• 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