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Structural Engineer

Baxley, GA · On-site

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 ...

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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 ...

Is International

NY · On-site

... Turbine power projects. This position works closely with Structural Engineers and multi ... power plant structural design and modeling, including demonstrated experience supporting gas ...

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ENGINEER STRUCTURAL 4

Newport News, VA · On-site

$124K - $153K/yr

... power plant, armament, heating and ventilating, equipment and maintenance designs. Analyzes damage tolerance, durability, design allowables and structural modeling. Specific structural engineering ...

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ENGINEER STRUCTURAL 4

Newport News, VA · On-site

$124K - $153K/yr

... power plant, armament, heating and ventilating, equipment and maintenance designs. Analyzes damage tolerance, durability, design allowables and structural modeling. Specific structural engineering ...

Hazen and Sawyer

Structural Engineer, Mid-level

Seattle, WA · On-site

$112K - $150K/yr

Structural Engineer (Mid-Level) Hazen and Sawyer is seeking a Structural Engineer for our Seattle ... Experience with water and wastewater treatment plant structural design or industrial structural ...

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Structural Engineer 2

Birmingham, AL · On-site

Experience: * 20+ years of heavy industrial or power plant engineering experience . * Proven track record in structural steel and concrete design for large-scale facilities. * Technical Skills:

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Structural Engineer

Baxley, GA • On-site

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Job description

Position:  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 (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.