Structural Engineer - Nuclear

Mesa Associates • Chattanooga, TN

23h • Hybrid

About The Position

Mesa Associates is seeking a Licensed Structural Engineer to join our nuclear services team and contribute to the design, analysis, and construction of nuclear facilities. This is an opportunity to play a critical role in the engineering and design processes for commercial nuclear power generation. Mesa's strategic growth strategy for our commercial nuclear division is to create a ready service pool of available staff to support proposals and projects in nuclear generation. The position can be fully remote (depending on location) or hybrid working a minimum of 3 days in the office, typically Tuesday through Thursday, with the ability to work from home the remaining workdays. Candidates must be able to travel to plant sites when needed (approx. 6-8 days/month with ability to support longer durations). We’ve got the power to energize your career and spark YOUR work/life balance through professional development and exceptional benefits. Don’t delay, plug in today for an inclusive and meaningful career. Mesa Associates, Inc. is a woman/minority-owned full-service engineering, procurement, and project management firm covering power, defense, aerospace, industrial, commercial, and municipal entities. We specialize in power generation and delivery services. Our Nuclear Services Division specializes in providing high-quality engineering, procurement, design, and project management for operating and new reactor clients, and partners with our other divisions to integrate nuclear design with electrical high-voltage, substations, switchyard, transmission line, and distribution design. We have been in the top 10 of EC&M's Top 40 Electrical Design Firms since 2012. With over 1,000 associates, we are big enough to perform, but small enough to care!

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university ( required ) – structural engineering emphasis (highly preferred)
• Structural Engineer (SE) License ( required )
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in design and 4 years’ experience in design of modifications in nuclear (DOE or commercial) plants
• Experience working with multiple operating nuclear clients and vendors (highly preferred)
• On-site and past unescorted access (highly preferred) or ability to obtain unescorted access at an operating or construction nuclear plant ( required )
• Experience with Industry Standard Design Procedure IP-ENG-001 ( required )
• Strong knowledge of Civil/Structural design codes (AISC, ASTM, ACI)
• Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
• Must have design engineering experience associated with commercial nuclear sites
• Possess the ability to interpret codes and, regulations, and standard practices
• Be able to demonstrate adaptability; must be proficient in identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving issues within a nuclear power plant environment
• Have effective oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing)
• Possess excellent communication skills and ability to interface with customers and internal team members under a matrixed organization
• A strong background in commercial nuclear design and developing engineering competencies is required.

Nice To Haves

• Master of Science or other advanced degree in engineering (preferred)
• Experience working with multiple operating nuclear clients and vendors (highly preferred)
• On-site and past unescorted access (highly preferred)
• Additional software skills including Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Vault, Risa, ANSYS (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Oversee proposal developmental and guide other engineers in the development of deliverables for nuclear projects within the Civil/Structural discipline
• Report to an assigned Project Engineer and Project Manager on multi-discipline proposals and projects and act as a Project Engineer for Civil/Structural projects when required
• Act as a technical point of contact for the customer, leading discipline specific engineering teams, and providing area expertise in development of industry standard design and calculations associated with design and construction of commercial nuclear modifications
• Be responsible for working with other engineers and designers to prepare design change packages for modifications at operating nuclear plants and other associated nuclear facilities
• Be proficient in preparation of engineering change packages (EC’s)
• Prepare scoping documents and proposals to determine extent of modifications required, preparing cost estimates for engineering/design activities for Civil/Structural
• Conduct field walkdowns to determine existing configuration of plant structures, systems, and components
• Perform a broad range of Civil/Structural design activities to support development of design change documentation

Benefits

• We’ve got the power to energize your career and spark YOUR work/life balance through professional development and exceptional benefits.
• Don’t delay, plug in today for an inclusive and meaningful career.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level