Nuclear Structural Engineer Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions. is a full-service engineering, project management, and construction provider operating across North America. Our experience and expertise span all aspects of the nuclear-related market from carbon-free, small modular reactors to Department of Energy science, environmental and nuclear security mission capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the power utility, renewable energy, industrial, and infrastructure markets.  As part of Kiewit, we are integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering excellence that provides holistic solutions, differentiating our team from the rest of the industry.
Our rapidly growing nuclear solutions business has opened new locations across North America to strengthen our market presence while executing work within the communities we live within and support. We are committed to build upon our history as one of the safest companies to work for by equipping our craft and staff with the best technology, processes, equipment, tools and safety programs available.
We are an innovative team that prides itself on excellence through continuous improvement and an unwavering commitment to deliver for our clients. Our staff collaborates with Kiewit's vast internal network of resources that span heavy civil and infrastructure, vertical and commercial buildings, industrial, as well our oil and gas and power generation markets, to drive safe and cost-effective solutions that achieve client expectations and further Kiewit's core values of People, Integrity, Excellence, and Stewardship.

Kiewit Nuclear Solution is looking to hiring a professional Senior Structural Engineer with dedication to renewable energy to join our growing team.

• Lenexa, KS
• Oak Ridge, TN.
• Reston, VA
• Houston, TX.
• Other locations may be considered.
• Remote/hybrid may be considered under approved circumstances. 

• Perform as individual contributor with minimum guidance from the project engineering manager and department manager.
• Lead teams of intermediate and early career engineers as needed.
• Provide mentorship and training on the job to early career engineers.
• Perform static and dynamic analyses utilizing software tools such ANSYS APDL, SAP2000, GT STRUDL, STAAD Pro, LS-Dyna or similar.
• Design buildings and building foundations, equipment platforms and foundations, pipe racks, and miscellaneous concrete and steel structures.
• Prepare quantities, cost estimates, and other supporting documentation for projects
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and regulatory endorsed industry codes and standards for all deliverables.
• Follow and ensure compliance with Kiewit Nuclear Solutions Quality Assurance.
• Support estimates, FEED, Detailed engineering, procurement and construction support activities.
• Prepare project design criteria, design calculations, and technical specification documents.
• Support structural department tools and workflows initiatives.
• Support projects delivery within specified project budget and schedule.
• Interface with designers and review drawings prior to sealing them.
• Interface with other disciplines and stakeholders and ensure multi-disciplinary review of all related engineering documentation.
• Provide guidance to Junior staff to develop engineering documentation.
• Comply with engineering and project change management requirements.
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• Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (Master's is an asset).
• PE registration in at least one state.
• 12-15 years of structural engineering design experience in the nuclear, conventional power or industrial building sectors.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in nuclear sector i desired. 
• Deep knowledge of mechanics of materials, structural behavior and finite element method applications.
• Expert in using software tools such ANSYS APDL, SAP2000, GT STRUDL, STAAD Pro, LS-Dyna or similar.
• In-depth knowledge and experience with North American design codes including IBC, ASCE7, ASCE 4, ASCE 43, ACI 318, ACI 349, AISC360, AISC N690.
• Familiarity with US NRC regulations and DOE requirements.

• Seismic design and analysis (e.g.: equivalent static, and response spectrum) experience is a must.

• Knowledge and experience of ASME BPVC Section III is an asset.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed (<25%) for business and training teams.
• Regular, reliable attendance.
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment Perform work safely and effectively.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal core hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Work paid overtime as required.