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4pconsultinginc

Structural Engineer

Baxley, GA · On-site

Senior Structural Engineer - Nuclear Projects Location: 11028 Hatch Pkwy N, Baxley, GA 31513 Duration: 3 Years Client: Southern Nuclear Position Overview We are seeking a Senior Structural Engineer ...

HII

$87K - $106K/yr

HII meets clients' toughest nuclear and environmental challenges. Leadership Mindset at HII ... We are seeking an Engineer Structural 3 to provide technical support across structural engineering ...

HII

$87K - $106K/yr

HII meets clients' toughest nuclear and environmental challenges. Leadership Mindset at HII ... We are seeking an Engineer Structural 3 to provide technical support across structural engineering ...

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Senior Structural Engineer - Nuclear Projects 4P/642

4P Consulting Inc

Baxley, GA • On-site

$83K - $112K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Senior Structural Engineer – Nuclear Projects

Location: Baxley, GA

Contract- 3 Years

Client- Southern Nuclear

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Structural Engineer (Level 3) with 5–10 years of experience supporting nuclear power plant modification projects.

This role will support the Hatch Capital Extended Power Uprate (EPU) Project, performing Owner Acceptance Reviews and serving as the Responsible Design Engineer (RDE) for assigned structural scopes. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise in nuclear structural engineering, regulatory compliance, and plant modification work.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Design Oversight

  • Perform Owner Acceptance Reviews (OARs) of structural engineering deliverables.
  • Serve as the Responsible Design Engineer (RDE) for assigned projects.
  • Review and approve structural calculations, drawings, and specifications.
  • Ensure compliance with nuclear codes, standards, and QA requirements.

Nuclear Plant Modification Support

  • Support structural design activities for plant modification projects.
  • Evaluate impacts of design changes on safety-related and non-safety-related structures.
  • Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, civil, and project management teams.
  • Participate in technical meetings and design reviews.

Regulatory & Quality Compliance

  • Ensure adherence to nuclear QA programs and regulatory standards.
  • Support Extended Power Uprate (EPU) engineering evaluations.
  • Maintain documentation in accordance with nuclear design control processes.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Structural or Civil preferred).
  • 5–10 years of experience in nuclear power plant engineering.
  • Experience supporting nuclear modification projects.
  • Experience performing Owner Acceptance Reviews.
  • Experience fulfilling Responsible Design Engineer (RDE) duties.
  • Strong knowledge of structural engineering principles.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting Extended Power Uprate (EPU) projects.
  • Familiarity with ACI, AISC, ASCE, and nuclear structural standards.
  • Experience in safety-related structural systems within nuclear facilities.

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