Top 11 Nuclear Engineers Jobs in Richmond, VA

Lead Structural Engineer 1 - Nuclear
Sargent & Lundy —Richmond, VA
- $118,023 - $180,313 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Senior Structural Engineer 1 - Nuclear
Sargent & Lundy —Richmond, VA
- $84,762 - $129,498 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Analysis skills
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Associate - Staff Engineer Nuclear Analysis & Fuel (GLEN ALLEN, VA, US, 23060)
Dominion Energy —Glen Allen, VA
- $81,900 - $132,800 a year
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
8d
Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 3 - Nuclear
Sargent & Lundy —Richmond, VA
- $74,353 - $113,595 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Bachelor of Science
- Engineering
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
3d
Lead Electrical Engineer 1 - Nuclear
Sargent & Lundy —Richmond, VA
- $118,023 - $180,313 a year
- Full-time
- 3 years
- Continuous improvement
- Mentoring
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
3d
Postdoctoral Research Associate- FAST RG: Experimental Thermal Hydraulics/Thermal-Fluids
Virginia Commonwealth University —Richmond, VA
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- Part-time
- C++
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy

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Lead Structural Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy -
Richmond, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$118,023 - $180,313 a year

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Opportunities for advancement
Bereavement leave
Referral program

Qualifications

Customer communication
Experience working in the energy & utilities sector
Bachelor's degree in engineering
Construction regulations
Structural analysis

Full Job Description

Description:

This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of work spent in office and working remote from home.

This is a Project Lead Structural Engineer position that offers a variety of interesting and challenging opportunities in structural engineering and will provide an excellent opportunity to advance your career. In this position you will guide a team of structural engineers, interface with clients and engineers from other disciplines as well as manage a variety of exciting projects. This position will enable you to:

Apply your knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design in the successful execution of assigned tasks
Work on a wide range of projects for various clients and interface with them as required
Direct the preparation and review of design calculations, specifications, reports and other deliverables and support designers with drawing development.
Supervise and mentor others in the development of quality engineering deliverables
Perform the structural analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, and foundations using our state-of-the-art computer tools
Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs

Qualifications:

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential Skills and Experience:

BSCE with emphasis in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
Ten or more years of experience working as a member of a project team in the design and analysis of industrial / heavy commercial or nuclear facility structures
Proficiency with structural analysis software such as STAAD, SAP2000, SAFE, STRUDL, or ANSYS
Proficiency with design codes and standards such as ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Valued, but Not Required:

MSCE degree
On-site construction support experience
PE or SE license

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AI & Automation at Sargent & Lundy:

In this role, we expect people to be willing or able to lead others who use modern tools:

You are expected to lead others in taking engineering problems from issue to solution by setting expectations for using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs.
Leaders in these roles often direct automation and process-improvement work, for example, how teams automate calculations, summarize technical documents, or generate design documentation and guiding when and how AI or agentic AI tools are used while ensuring results are checked.
Overseeing engineers who program or script (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate engineering tasks, with review of automated outputs, is valued but not required.
We also value additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other experience in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that enables effective oversight of automation and agentic AI-enabled engineering workflows.

Award-Winning Benefits:

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness

Financial Benefits

Work-Life Balance

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

Compensation Range: $118,023 - $180,313 Transparency Statement: Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus. About This Business Unit:

Join Sargent & Lundy's Nuclear Power Group and be part of a team driving the future of clean, carbon-free energy. Since 1954, we’ve been a trusted leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, with expertise spanning small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor technology (ART), and first-of-a-kind commercial reactor restart projects. Our work supports life extensions and digital modernization of existing nuclear plants, coal-to-nuclear conversion initiatives with the Department of State, and international nuclear new-build projects. With a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, we provide cutting-edge solutions that power communities worldwide while reducing emissions. Shape the future of global energy with us!

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Equal Opportunity:

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

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Associate - Staff Engineer Nuclear Analysis & Fuel (GLEN ALLEN, VA, US, 23060)

Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 3 - Nuclear

Lead Electrical Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Postdoctoral Research Associate- FAST RG: Experimental Thermal Hydraulics/Thermal-Fluids

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