Structural Engineer

Structural Engineer - Nuclear Power

100% Remote | Long-Term Contract | High-Impact Nuclear Projects
Shape the Future of Nuclear Energy

Are you a Structural Engineer with experience in nuclear power, heavy industrial facilities, or highly regulated industries? Join a team of industry-leading engineers supporting critical nuclear power plant modifications and next-generation energy projects across the United States.
In this role, you'll perform advanced structural and seismic analyses, develop innovative steel and concrete designs, and collaborate on approximately 150 active plant modification projects that directly support the safe and reliable operation of nuclear generating facilities. This is an excellent opportunity to work on technically challenging projects while enjoying the flexibility of a fully remote work environment.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

Fully remote position (U.S.-based)
Long-term project stability
Exposure to both operating plants and emerging nuclear technologies
Work alongside recognized experts in nuclear engineering
Diverse, technically challenging projects
Flexible work arrangement with strong work-life balance
Opportunity for career growth within the energy and utility sector

What You'll Do

As a Structural Engineer, you will play a key role in developing safe, compliant, and efficient structural solutions for nuclear facilities. Responsibilities include:

• Perform structural analyses including:
  • Static analyses
  • Seismic response spectrum analyses
  • Structural dynamics evaluations
• Design and analyze:
  • Equipment supports
  • Pipe supports
  • Structural steel frames
  • Foundations and reinforced concrete structures
• Conduct piping and pipe support analyses in accordance with ASME Section III and B31.1 requirements.
• Design lifting devices, rigging systems, crane supports, and other structures used for construction and maintenance activities.
• Apply AISC, ACI, ASCE, and nuclear industry codes and standards.
• Perform component stress analyses using software such as GTSTRUDL and/or ANSYS.
• Evaluate existing structures and develop retrofit solutions for plant modifications and code updates.
• Assess engineering impacts associated with plant changes and modifications.
• Prepare engineering calculations, specifications, design reports, and construction documents.
• Participate in multidisciplinary design reviews and provide technical leadership on structural matters.
• Support project planning through technical estimates, schedules, and execution strategies.
• Communicate engineering recommendations to clients, stakeholders, and project teams.
• Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, and engineering excellence.

What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering from an accredited U.S. institution.
• 4-10 years of structural engineering experience supporting:
  • Nuclear power facilities, OR
  • Highly regulated industrial environments
• Strong experience designing and analyzing steel and/or reinforced concrete structures.
• Experience performing structural and seismic analyses for complex structures.
• Knowledge of:
  • AISC Steel Design Code
  • ACI Concrete Design Code
  • ASCE standards
• Experience with piping and pipe support analysis under ASME Section III and/or B31.1.
• Ability to prepare and review engineering calculations, reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Strong technical communication and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting nuclear plant modification projects.
• Proficiency with GTSTRUDL, ANSYS, and/or similar structural analysis tools.
• MathCAD experience.
• Experience evaluating existing structures and developing retrofit solutions.
• Previous work supporting major utilities, EPC firms, or nuclear operators.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward licensure is a plus.

Work Environment

• Fully remote within the United States.
• Must be available during Central Time business hours.
• Primary office affiliations include Naperville, IL and Atlanta, GA.
• Typical schedule:
  • Monday-Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM CT
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM CT
• Collaborative engineering environment focused on nuclear power generation, plant modernization, and advanced energy technologies.

Ideal Candidate

You thrive in technically challenging environments, enjoy solving complex structural engineering problems, and are passionate about supporting critical energy infrastructure. You balance strong analytical capabilities with practical design experience and enjoy collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver safe, reliable solutions.
If you're ready to make an impact on the future of nuclear energy while working remotely with a team of industry experts, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Naperville, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $68.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 29, 2026.
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