Mid Level Structural Engineer S&L Consulting

Job description

Description


SLC works on behalf of clients to support utility-scale solar, wind, battery energy storage, thermal power, and other power and infrastructure projects.

We evaluate and optimize technical, commercial, environmental, social responsibility, and financial aspects of the projects for a variety of clients.



This position will require you to perform structural engineering reviews and analyses in order to understand power projects and distill technical expertise into actionable information that project stakeholders rely on to prudently develop, design, construct, operate, and finance renewable energy projects being built in the United States and overseas.

You will work with multi-discipline project teams to provide a variety of services, such as the following:

+ Perform structural engineering reviews

+ Prepare structural design specifications

+ Advise power project developers to support new utility-scale solar, wind, battery energy storage, thermal, and other projects;

+ Evaluate new power and infrastructure projects independently to support financing

+ Develop technical reports for applicable audiences – including owners, developers, governmental agencies and committees, and financiers

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.




Qualifications


We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.



Essential skills and experience:

+ This position requires a Bachelor's degree in civil/structural engineering with a structural specialty.

A Master’s degree in civil/structural engineering or business (e.g., MBA) discipline is a plus.



+ 5+ years of detailed structural design, including mass concrete, steel, piles, deep foundations, lattice structures, etc.,

+ 3+ years of experience working in detailed structural design specific to power generation or distribution (thermal, renewable, substations, etc.)

+ Experience in writing and providing support documentation for Structural Engineering specifications, calculations, and whitepapers or feasibility studies.



+ Ability to work in a team environment

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical evaluation report writing

Valued but not required skills and experience:

+ Professional Engineering (PE) or Structural Engineering (SE) license

+ Finite element modeling experience – specifically SAP2000, LPILE, STAAD, etc.




+ Experience with design of foundations in unique subsurface conditions (i.e. karst, high groundwater, potential for liquefaction)


+ Multi-discipline teamwork (i.e. design projects, co-ops)

+ Data analysis and visualization

+ Project finance or business acumen

+ Conceptual project design

+ Construction project management and/or scheduling software knowledge


+ Solid interpersonal skills and ability to work with and guide others

+ Project planning, leadership, and organizational skills

+ Project planning, leadership, and organizational skills

Award-Winning Benefits


At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees.

Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives.

We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits.

Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.


Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance


+ Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

+ Life & Accident Insurance

+ Disability Coverage

+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

+ Back-Up Daycare

+ FSA & HSA


+ 401(k)

+ Pre-Tax Commuter Account

+ Merit Scholarship Program

+ Employee Discount Program

+ Corporate Charitable Giving Program

+ Tuition Assistance

+ First Professional Licensure Bonus

+ Employee Referral Bonus


+ Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)

+ Paid Vacation

+ Paid Holidays

+ Paid Parental Leave

+ Paid Bereavement Leave

+ Flexible Work Arrangements



Compensation Range

$82,380.00 - $125,860.00

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations.

The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees.

Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Awards & Recognition




Equal Opportunity


Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.















CityChicago

StateIL

CountryUnited States

Area of InterestStructural Engineering

TypeFull Time - Regular

Job ID2025-19235

Business GroupConsulting Group

DepartmentStructural and Civil Engineering

Required Skill Profession

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