Structural Engineer

Position Title

Structural Engineer

Position Description

Protingent Staffing has an exciting direct hire Structural Engineer opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the ultimate authority on ASME BPVC Sections III and VIII and ASME B31.1 and B31.3.
• Author and review formal engineering calculation packages to certify compliance with defined standards, procedures, and regulatory criteria.
• Audit output from drafters, designers, and manufacturing vendors to maintain strict technical accuracy and ensure deliverables meet system requirements and expectations.
• Ensure that engineering work is performed with a high level of integrity through rigorous enforcement of work processes and technical reviews of team deliverables.
• Evaluate structural integrity against environmental and dynamic hazards, including seismic and blast loadings.
• Develop and optimize cost-effective, buildable structural designs for skids, heavy equipment foundations, modules, and platform supports.
• Conduct pipe stress calculations to determine equipment nozzle loads, pipe thermal movements, and structural anchor requirements.
• Interface with Authorized Inspectors during third-party design reviews and fabrication audits.
• Collaborate closely with mechanical, piping, and process engineers to prevent load transfer issues across disciplines.
• Collaborate with system engineers to ensure design documentation supports and substantiates ASME compliance.
• Mentor junior-level structural engineers on code calculations and FEA software.
• Stay current on industry developments related to advanced reactors and emerging technologies.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of internal policies, procedures, and standard work processes.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline (e.g., Civil, Mechanical).
• 5+ years of experience in heavy industrial structural design, preferably within the nuclear or energy sectors.
• Advanced knowledge of ASME BPVC Section III and VIII is highly desired.
• Demonstrated experience in developing design of complex systems or structures, multi-discipline integration, and leading efforts to define and solve problems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical and regulatory information.
• Proven ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams and contribute to a collaborative work environment.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Active Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE) license is desired but not required.
• Advanced mastery of structural and stress analysis software.
• Experience designing components and systems for high temperature gas.
• Familiarity with codes, standards, and industry initiatives for advanced reactor technologies.
• Knowledge of ASME B31.1 and B31.3.
• Cross-functional familiarity with matching codes such as AISC, ASCE, IBC, or AWS.
• Experience working to quality standards on design activities, such as ASME NQA-1 or ISO 9001.
• Knowledge of documentation requirements, including public disclosure, information withholding, and document control processes.

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary Range: $120K-$215K
• Location: Oak Brook, IL (Onsite)

About Protingent

Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.