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Staff Civil-Structural Engineer

The Nuclear Company
Location
Columbia, SC
Posted
19 days ago
Department
Nuclear Engineering
Salary
$150,000 - $173,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • BS degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited university
  • 8+ years of experience
  • Proficiency in structural analysis software (e.g. STAAD.Pro, GT STRUDL, ANSYS) and CAD/ED modeling tools (AutoCAD, Tekla)
  • Familiarity with steel fabrication processes and design for fabrication methods
  • Construction experience
  • Ability for occasional travel to plant sites
Nice to have
  • Professional Engineering (PE) license
  • Nuclear experience
  • Familiarity with data analytics or machine learning techniques applied to field inspection data
  • Experience using AI/ML-augmented structural analysis tools
What the job really is

The Staff Civil-Structural Engineer will be responsible for the design, analysis, and oversight of nuclear power plant structures, focusing on steel and concrete. Daily tasks include performing structural analyses, coordinating with various teams, troubleshooting field issues, and ensuring compliance with nuclear safety regulations. The role requires a strong command of industry codes and standards and involves both independent engineering tasks and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams.

Benefits
  • Competitive compensation packages
  • 401k with company match
  • Medical, dental, vision plans
  • Generous vacation policy, plus holidays
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of remote work options
  • Role involves a significant amount of collaboration and fieldwork, which may not suit all candidates
  • Salary range provided, but actual salary may vary based on several factors
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