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Structural Engineer

Baxley, GA · On-site

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 ...

RCS Staffing

Lead Structural Engineer

Downers Grove, IL · Hybrid

This leadership role requires someone with 10+ years of nuclear power plant engineering experience who can provide technical leadership, manage complex structural engineering activities, and serve as ...

Sargent & Lundy

Structural Engineer 3 - Nuclear

Surry, VA · On-site

$74K - $113K/yr

This will be an onsite field support position at Surry Nuclear Power Plant. This is a senior engineering position that offers a variety of interesting and challenging opportunities in structural ...

Sargent & Lundy

Structural Engineer 3 - Nuclear

Surry, VA · On-site

$74K - $113K/yr

... Power Plant. This is a senior engineering position that offers a variety of interesting and ... You will work with a structural engineering team on engineering projects for new nuclear facilities ...

Sargent Lundy

Structural Engineer 3 - Nuclear

Virginia, MN · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

... Power Plant. This is a senior engineering position that offers a variety of interesting and ... You will work with a structural engineering team on engineering projects for new nuclear facilities ...

Sargent & Lundy

Structural Engineer 3 - Nuclear

Surry, VA · On-site

$74K - $113K/yr

... Power Plant. This is a senior engineering position that offers a variety of interesting and ... You will work with a structural engineering team on engineering projects for new nuclear facilities ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for nuclear power plant structural engineering in the United States is $105,594.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,500.00 and $118,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Nuclear Power Plant Structural Engineering job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 99% Full Time, and 1% Part Time. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,594 per year, or $50.8 per hour.

Structural Engineer - Nuclear

Charlotte, NC • Hybrid

MLS Technologies
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 11 - 50 employees
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Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Seeking a Fulltime Structural Engineer to join our team in our Charlotte, NC office. The successful candidate will be working as part of a team of engineers and designers supporting plant modification packages, evaluations, and studies for the nuclear power industry.
***** THIS WILL BE A HYBRID OPPORTUNITY, WORKING TUESDAY THRU THURSDAY IN THE OFFICE*****
Include design and modification of steel and concrete structures for the nuclear power industry.
Capable of preparing civil/structural calculations and evaluations in support of various design activities including, but not limited to the design of piping, cables and small equipment supports, instrument rack design, floor load impacts to concrete structures, equipment anchoring, and seismic response evaluations.
Able to develop material and workhour estimates as well as engineering and design schedules.
Exercise sound engineering judgment in assessing problem situations or complex issues, review completed work to ensure accuracy and compliance with codes and design criteria.
Interface with plant stakeholders to determine project scope/requirements, support construction/implementation and start up activities as required.
Bachelor of Science degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from a four-year accredited college or university
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience (2 years nuclear) in structural design.
The ability to obtain unescorted access to a nuclear power plant.
Preferred
Duke Energy Nuclear experience
Master of Science Degree in civil/structural engineering preferred.
Professional Engineering (PE) license in US
Experience with pipe stress software (AutoPIPE or equivalent)
Experience with structural analysis software (STAAD or equivalent)
Experience with Traveling Screens
Education:Bachelor LevelEmployment Type: CONTRACTOR

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