Job Title: Senior Structural/Nuclear Engineer
Date Posted: 2/13/2026
Location: 3535 Colonnade Parkway, Birmingham, AL 35243
Job Type: Contract Full-Time

Immediate W2 contract position available in Birmingham, AL.
Estimated Duration: 3 years

Job Summary:
• Structural/Nuclear Engineer to support analysis, design, and technical delivery for Nuclear projects, including safety-related structures, heavy industrial facilities, and advanced reactor infrastructure.
• The role will work with senior engineers to support design development, analysis execution, documentation, and coordination across disciplines.
• This position benefits from familiarity with nuclear codes, advanced structural analysis, and regulated project environments.

Job Duties:
• Work with Nuclear Engineering team in a collaborative effort on Nuclear projects
• Produce and review new and existing design calculations and drawings
• Create and check calculations for concrete and steel infrastructure components including support of equipment swap-out
• Create and check project specifications to ensure uniformity between calculations and drawings
• Multi-task and prioritize multiple project assignments to meet commitment dates
• Effectively communicate with Supervisor, project team and Plant contacts
• Develop scope and man-hour estimate for assigned projects
• Coordinate design activities with other disciplines and 3rd Party Consultants
• Provide schedule and staffing input for projects when needed
• Prepare cost estimates and material takeoffs

Education & Job Experience:
• Bachelor of Science Degree (BS) or Master of Science (MS) in Civil or Structural Engineering (PhD preferred for advanced analysis roles)
• 5–12+ years of experience in structural engineering (nuclear, power, or heavy industrial preferred)
• Registered Professional Engineer in Civil/Structural Engineering
• Significant project design experience
• Significant experience in production of contract documents (drawings and calculations) for nuclear or heavy industrial projects
• Experience working in regulated or safety-related environments

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Structural Design
o Reinforced concrete, structural steel, and steel composite systems
o Foundations, base mats, and heavy equipment support structures
o Shielding structures and safety-related building components
• Analysis
o Finite element modeling (linear & nonlinear)
o Thermal and transient loading effects
o Impact / drop load assessments
o Good communicator (verbally and written) that builds strong relationships with the project team
o Detailed knowledge of structural steel design principles and industry methodologies
o High level of initiative and the ability to effectively plan, organize and execute multiple projects simultaneously
o Working knowledge of heavy industrial structures and components
• Codes
o Proficiency with structural codes and standards such as ACI 349, ACI 318, ACI 355, AISC 360 Design Manual, AISC N690, ASCE 4, ASCE 7 and IBC.
o Nuclear QA environments (design control, calc packages, traceability)
• Software
o Experience using software and computer programs such as STAAD Pro, ANSYS, spMats, Navisworks, AutoCAD, MathCAD, Bluebeam, Excel.
• Soft Skills
o Good communication skills and ability to build and maintain strong relationships with Plant personnel.
o Strong problem solving and decision-making abilities.
o Demonstrated ability to coordinate and direct others in the production of design documents (specifications, calculations, and drawings).

Travel Requirements:
• Large majority of the work is in the Birmingham, AL office with occasional travel to the sites. When travel is required, it is primarily to sites within the Generation Fleet which is in the southeast.

Why Choose The E Group? We are an award winning firm recognized for having an outstanding reputation with our clients and employees. All contractors are eligible for full group health and dental benefits, 401K with matching, and various insurances. Generous living expenses are given to help those who relocate or have duplicate housing. Unique Perks available to those assigned in Birmingham, Alabama: Fully Furnished Townhomes available on a first come, first served basis; complimentary on-site banking available to all.