Structural Engineer 2 - Nuclear
$69,298–$99,644 year
HybridPalm Beach Gardens, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Perform structural analysis and design for steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment, piping supports, and foundations using state-of-the-art computer tools. Prepare design calculations, develop specifications, and support drawing development for new nuclear facilities, plant betterment, and modifications. Conduct analyses covering wind and seismic loading conditions while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on projects for various clients. Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant sites for construction coordination and field verification. Apply modern tools and automation to solve engineering problems, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs. This hybrid role requires in-office presence three days per week.
Required Qualifications
- BS in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
- 1 or more years of applicable experience, or an MSCE from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program with a strong academic background and interest in behavior of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design
- Knowledge of the practical application of structural engineering
- Knowledge of structural design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models
- Proficiency with MS Office applications
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week
- 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
- 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
Desired Qualifications
- 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
- We 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
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