Structural/Nuclear Engineer

On-Site role

Job Description:

• Structural/Nuclear Engineer to support analysis, design, and technical delivery for Client Nuclear projects, including safety-related structures, heavy industrial facilities, and advanced reactor infrastructure.
• The position is within the Civil/Structural department within the Technical Shared Services organization at the Energy Center located in Birmingham, AL.
• The successful candidate will work with senior engineers to support design development, analysis execution, documentation, and coordination across disciplines.
• This position benefits from familiarity with nuclear codes, policies, processes and procedures along with advanced structural analysis, and regulated project environments.

JOB DUTIES:

• Work with various Technical Shared Services team members in supporting Southern Nuclear projects.
• Perform, prepare and design-verify engineering calculations, Engineering Change packages, technical specifications, owner’s acceptance reviews.
• Apply nuclear processes and documentation including Corrective Action Program, Standard Design Process (SDP), RFI’s, ITAAC (Inspections, Tests, Analyses, and Acceptance Criteria).
• Produce and review new and existing design calculations and drawings.
• Create and check calculations for concrete and steel infrastructure components including support of equipment swap-out.
• Create and check project specifications to ensure uniformity between calculations and drawings.
• Multi-task and prioritize multiple project assignments to meet commitment dates.
• Effectively communicate with Supervisor, project team and Plant contacts.
• Develop scope and man-hour estimate for assigned projects.
• Coordinate design activities with other disciplines and 3rd Party Consultants.
• Provide schedule and staffing input for projects when needed.
• Prepare cost estimates and material takeoffs.

EDUCATION & JOB EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor of Science Degree (BS) or Master of Science (MS) in Civil or Structural Engineering (PhD preferred for advanced analysis roles).
• 7-12+ years of experience in structural engineering (nuclear, power, or heavy industrial, pulp and paper, etc. preferred).
• Registered Professional Engineer in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Significant project design experience.
• Significant experience in production of contract documents (drawings and calculations) for nuclear or heavy industrial projects.
• Experience working in regulated or safety-related environments.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Structural Design
• Reinforced concrete, structural steel, and steel composite systems.
• Foundations, base mats, and heavy equipment support structures.
• Shielding structures and safety-related building components.
• Working knowledge of nuclear processes and documentation including Corrective Action Program, Standard Design Process (SDP), RFI’s, ITAAC (Inspections, Tests, Analyses, and Acceptance Criteria), etc.

Analysis:

• Finite element modeling (linear & nonlinear).
• Thermal and transient loading effects.
• Impact / drop load assessments.
• Good communicator (verbally and written) that builds strong relationships with the project team.
• Detailed knowledge of structural steel design principles and industry methodologies.
• High level of initiative and the ability to effectively plan, organize and execute multiple projects simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of heavy industrial structures and components.

Codes:

• Proficiency with structural codes and standards such as ACI 349, ACI 318, ACI 355, AISC 360 Design Manual, AISC N690, ASCE 4, ASCE 7 and IBC.
• Nuclear QA environments (design control, calc packages, traceability).

Software:

• Experience using software and computer programs such as STAAD Pro, ANSYS, spMats, Navisworks, AutoCAD, MathCAD, Bluebeam, Excel.

Soft Skills:

• Good communication skills and ability to build and maintain strong relationships with Plant personnel.
• Strong problem solving and decision-making abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and direct others in the production of design documents (specifications, calculations, and drawings).
• Leadership skills to lead and direct work of others.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Large majority of the work is in the Birmingham, AL office with occasional travel to the sites.
• When travel is required, it is primarily to sites within the Client Generation Fleet which is in the southeast.

About us:
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