Job Title: Structural Engineer SR 3
Immediate 3 year W2 contract position available in Birmingham, AL.

Job Description / Desired Qualifications:
EDUCATION & JOB EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor of Science Degree (BS) or Master of Science (MS) in Civil or Structural Engineering (PhD preferred for advanced analysis roles)
7 to 12+ years of experience in structural engineering (nuclear, power, or heavy industrial, pulp and paper, etc. 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

JOB SUMMARY:
Structural/Nuclear Engineer to support analysis, design, and technical delivery for projects, including safety-related structures, heavy industrial facilities, and advanced reactor infrastructure.
The position is within the Civil/Structural department within the Technical Shared Services organization at the Energy Center located in Birmingham, AL.
The successful candidate will work with senior engineers to support design development, analysis execution, documentation, and coordination across disciplines.
This position benefits from familiarity with nuclear codes, policies, processes and procedures along with advanced structural analysis, and regulated project environments.

JOB DUTIES:
Work with various Technical Shared Services team members in supporting Southern Nuclear projects
Perform, prepare and design-verify engineering calculations, Engineering Change packages, technical specifications, owner’s acceptance reviews
Apply nuclear processes and documentation including Corrective Action Program, Standard Design Process (SDP), RFI’s, ITAAC (Inspections, Tests, Analyses, and Acceptance Criteria)
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

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Structural Design
Reinforced concrete, structural steel, and steel composite systems
Foundations, base mats, and heavy equipment support structures
Shielding structures and safety-related building components
Working knowledge of nuclear processes and documentation including Corrective Action Program, Standard Design Process (SDP), RFI’s, ITAAC (Inspections, Tests, Analyses, and Acceptance Criteria), etc.

Analysis:
Finite element modeling (linear & nonlinear)
Thermal and transient loading effects
Impact / drop load assessments
Good communicator (verbally and written) that builds strong relationships with the project team
Detailed knowledge of structural steel design principles and industry methodologies
High level of initiative and the ability to effectively plan, organize and execute multiple projects simultaneously
Working knowledge of heavy industrial structures and components

Codes:
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.
Nuclear QA environments (design control, calc packages, traceability)

Software:
Experience using software and computer programs such as STAAD Pro, ANSYS, spMats, Navisworks, AutoCAD, MathCAD, Bluebeam, Excel.

Soft Skills:
Good communication skills and ability to build and maintain strong relationships with Plant personnel.
Strong problem solving and decision-making abilities.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate and direct others in the production of design documents (specifications, calculations, and drawings).
Leadership skills to lead and direct work of others.

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 Company 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.