Lead Structural Engineer 2 - Grid
Sargent & LundyChicago, Illinois, United States
Posted November 11, 2025
131960 - 205330 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Sargent & Lundy is a global leader in power and energy engineering, founded in 1891. The firm specializes in grid modernization, renewable energy sources like wind and solar, nuclear power, and fossil fuels, offering comprehensive services from consulting to operations and maintenance. Sargent & Lundy's expertise spans public and private sectors, with a strong focus on quality, safety, and decarbonization initiatives.
Job Description
This position will offer you the ability to directly apply your knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design. As a member of an engineering and design team, you will work on a wide range of power transmission modifications and upgrades to support client recommendations and reviews including creating calculations, design documents and specifications.
Requirements
- BSCE or MSCE from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program
- 12 or more years of experience as a practicing structural engineer
- Proficiency with MathCad, STAAD PRO, SAP2000, SAFE, RISA 3D and RISA Floor
- Familiarity with design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Benefits
- Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life & Accident Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Back-Up Daycare
- FSA & HSA
- 401(k)
- Pre-Tax Commuter Account
- Merit Scholarship Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Corporate Charitable Giving Program
- Tuition Assistance
- First Professional Licensure Bonus
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Flexible Work Arrangements