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Structural Engineer – Nuclear Power 100% Remote | Long-Term Contract | High-Impact Nuclear Projects Shape the Future of Nuclear Energy Are you a Structural Engineer with experience in nuclear power, heavy industrial facilities, or highly regulated industries? Join a team of industry-leading engineers supporting critical nuclear power plant modifications and next-generation energy projects across the United States.
In this role, you'll perform advanced structural and seismic analyses, develop innovative steel and concrete designs, and collaborate on approximately 150 active plant modification projects that directly support the safe and reliable operation of nuclear generating facilities. This is an excellent opportunity to work on technically challenging projects while enjoying the flexibility of a fully remote work environment.
Why You'll Love This Opportunity ✅ Fully remote position (U.S.-based) ✅ Long-term project stability ✅ Exposure to both operating plants and emerging nuclear technologies ✅ Work alongside recognized experts in nuclear engineering ✅ Diverse, technically challenging projects ✅ Flexible work arrangement with strong work-life balance ✅ Opportunity for career growth within the energy and utility sector What You'll Do As a Structural Engineer, you will play a key role in developing safe, compliant, and efficient structural solutions for nuclear facilities.
Responsibilities include: Perform structural analyses including: Static analyses Seismic response spectrum analyses Structural dynamics evaluations Design and analyze: Equipment supports Pipe supports Structural steel frames Foundations and reinforced concrete structures Conduct piping and pipe support analyses in accordance with ASME Section III and B31.1 requirements. Design lifting devices, rigging systems, crane supports, and other structures used for construction and maintenance activities.
Apply AISC, ACI, ASCE, and nuclear industry codes and standards. Perform component stress analyses using software such as GTSTRUDL and/or ANSYS. Evaluate existing structures and develop retrofit solutions for plant modifications and code updates. Assess engineering impacts associated with plant changes and modifications. Prepare engineering calculations, specifications, design reports, and construction documents.
Participate in multidisciplinary design reviews and provide technical leadership on structural matters. Support project planning through technical estimates, schedules, and execution strategies. Communicate engineering recommendations to clients, stakeholders, and project teams. Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, and engineering excellence. What We're Looking For Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering from an accredited U.S.
institution. 4–10 years of structural engineering experience supporting: Nuclear power facilities, OR Highly regulated industrial environments Strong experience designing and analyzing steel and/or reinforced concrete structures. Experience performing structural and seismic analyses for complex structures. Knowledge of: AISC Steel Design Code ACI Concrete Design Code ASCE standards Experience with piping and pipe support analysis under ASME Section III and/or B31.1.
Ability to prepare and review engineering calculations, reports, drawings, and specifications. Strong technical communication and documentation skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting nuclear plant modification projects. Proficiency with GTSTRUDL, ANSYS, and/or similar structural analysis tools. MathCAD experience. Experience evaluating existing structures and developing retrofit solutions.
Previous work supporting major utilities, EPC firms, or nuclear operators. Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward licensure is a plus. Work Environment Fully remote within the United States. Must be available during Central Time business hours. Primary office affiliations include Naperville, IL and A