Senior Civil/Structural Engineer - Nuclear Security Focus

Description

Join a dynamic team dedicated to the nuclear security mission of the Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). In this role, you will act as a subject matter expert, providing essential design and construction oversight for complex nuclear and non-nuclear capital projects. Your expertise will be crucial in maintaining and modernizing secure and safe infrastructures.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly review and evaluate civil and structural designs for new construction and renovation projects within NNSA facilities.
• Ensure all projects adhere to federal, state, and agency regulations related to civil and structural engineering.
• Participate in project reviews, offering expertise in civil and structural engineering.
• Contribute to infrastructure assessments to guarantee structural integrity and safety.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with contractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure design requirements are met.
• Provide recommendations and guidance on best practices and innovations in civil and structural engineering.
• Coordinate and develop comprehensive briefings and reports.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• At least 10 years of experience in civil or structural engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
• Expertise in seismic analysis and design criteria for nuclear and non-nuclear facilities.
• Proficiency in major national consensus codes and standards related to steel and concrete structural design, as well as international building code provisions.
• Experience with ASME Nuclear Quality Assurance (NQA-1) quality program for the design of safety-related structural systems.
• Experience designing for natural hazards such as tornadoes, hurricanes, and floods.
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with industry-standard engineering software for structural analysis.
• Willingness to travel as required for project needs and site visits (less than 25% travel).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q security clearance.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Proficiency in structural modeling and analysis software such as ANSYS, GT STRUDAL.
• Previous experience working for a Management and Operating (M&O) contractor at DOE/NNSA sites.
  
  

Location

This is a full-time onsite position in Albuquerque, NM, USA. Telework options are available with a requirement to be in the office at least three days a week based on meeting and office needs.

Salary

Salaries are determined based on external market data, internal equity, and the candidate's related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.

Benefits

• Hybrid remote/office work environment.
• Employer-paid employee Medical, Dental, and Vision Care.
• Low-Cost Family Health Care offered.
• Federal Holidays and three (3) weeks' vacation.
• 401(k) with Employer Match.
• Cross-training opportunities.
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are also an E-Verify employer.

Join us in this exciting role and contribute to the critical mission of ensuring the safety and security of our nation’s nuclear infrastructure!

Employment Type: Full-Time