Experienced Civil/Structural Engineer - SRPPF

05-May-2025

Engineering

10025BR

Who We Are

As the Savannah River Site's management and operations contractor since 2008, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) makes the world safer. With safety and security in the forefront, SRNS develops innovative approaches to deliver on our environmental commitments and nuclear materials challenges; supplies products and services necessary to maintain the nation's nuclear deterrent; secures nuclear materials to prevent unwanted proliferation; and transforms nuclear materials into assets and stable wasteforms.

The SRNS workforce is highly capable, engaged, and adaptable to meet existing and expanding missions. SRNS employees apply superior expertise and innovative solutions to complex and challenging national and global issues. We have the knowledge to address a range of national and international nuclear issues. We make the world safer - and you can, too.

Job Family

Engineering

Discipline

Civil/Structural/Architect Engineering

Career Level

P3-P4

Salary Range

P3: $85,700-$120,000 P4: $99,400-$144,000

Note for Salary

This is the range within which SRNS expects the majority of qualified candidates would enter this role if offered. Actual offers may be more or less than the amounts shown depending on candidate's qualifications, experience, internal equity, and other factors.

Job Family Description

Engineering roles perform engineering work in operations, production, construction, or maintenance environments. They may design and scale up manufacturing processes, instruments and equipment and tests manufactured products to maintain quality. They may plan, design, and estimate time and cost and oversees construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, systems, and components. They analyze and develop solutions to engineering problems related to manufacturing equipment and systems or the causes of component failures. They develop and apply engineering standards and procedures and provide advice on issues within the engineering field.

Discipline Description

Civil/Structural/Architect (C/S/A) Engineers provide engineering support for civil and structural installations and systems (e.g., roads, bridges, dams, building structures, stacks etc.) in an operating nuclear materials processing plant or as part of the broader site infrastructure. They identify system concepts and determine system functional and technical requirements, develop, and analyze equipment performance, monitor system performance, troubleshoot, and resolve problems and ensure operation within technical, regulatory and safety basis requirements. They propose and develop process/system improvements including equipment upgrades, and plant modifications.

Geotechnical engineers ensure the safety and sturdiness of foundations for streets, buildings, and other structures and systems. They focus on how these manmade objects interact with the earth, including soil and rock.

Structural engineers design and assess major projects, such as buildings, bridges, and dams, to ensure their strength and durability. They provide design and construction oversight of structural engineering tasks.

Some Typical Duties & Responsibilities Include:

* Advanced knowledge of AISC, ASCE 7, IBC, Allowable Stress Design (ASD), Load and Resistance Factor design (LRFD) structural codes and standards
* Advanced knowledge of ACI, ANSI, and ASTM codes. Advanced knowledge of standard engineering/scientific practices and applications.
* Advanced knowledge of steel and concrete design.
* Complies with federal, state and local requirements and advising management on needed actions.
* Understanding of Structural software such as Mathcad, STAAD, Hilti anchor design software, RISA structural design software.
* Understanding of ICC 500 code, Architectural Barriers Act (ABA), and OSHA standards.
* Strong communication, decision-making, organizational, problem-solving skills and attention to details, understanding on civil, geotechnical and structural engineering safety standards, engineering reports, technical papers multitasking and time management skills, perform design reviews to ensure compliance with DOE Orders and SRNS Site Standards and procedures.
* Establish technical requirements for development and updating design input/functional criteria documents.
* Support the Design Agency providing technical input for design changes or updated functional requirements.
* Detail-oriented for design reviews.
* Planning and executing walkdowns and construction support as requested to assure the equipment is installed to meet the specification requirements.
* Providing design agencies technical input on design changes required during design/construction phase.
* Provide subject matter expertise in Structural, concrete and soil design/operation.
* Communicate results and objectives verbally and manuscript form to customers, colleagues, and management.
* Demonstrate cost and schedule consciousness through timely completion of assigned tasks and projects.
* Ensure appropriate technical performance of the end product developed and designed to resolve the original problem.
* Plan technical effort and coordinate activities with those of other divisions, departments, and sections in focuses areas to solve problems.
* Incorporate conventional engineering or scientific practices and a variety of complex features such as complicated technical requirements or processes and difficult coordination or oversight requirements into problem solving and program planning where only general objectives are stated.

Required Qualifications

P3: Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, or architecture plus at least five years of experience (YOE) in a relevant role, OR Master's degree in relevant field plus at least two years of experience (YOE), OR Doctoral degree in relevant field

P4: * Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, or architecture plus at least ten years of experience (YOE), OR Master's degree in relevant field plus at least eight years of experience (YOE), OR Doctoral degree in relevant field plus at least five years of experience (YOE)

We'd Also Like to See

* Candidates who have possessed an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years are preferred.
* Master or PhD degree from accredited college or university in civil engineering with focus in structural and architectural
* Extensive design experience (within the last 15 years) in the nuclear or chemical process industry Previous SRS Design Authority Engineering or DOE facility experience is preferred.

Career Band

Professional

Career Band Description

* Roles in this band apply the knowledge in area of expertise to analyze information; design and develop new approaches, methodologies and processes; and, provide professional advice and guidance to others in accordance with professional quality standards
* Applies a theoretical knowledge-base to work to achieve goals through own work
* Characterized by specific functional expertise typically gained through formal education
* May provide guidance to others as a project manager using technical expertise

Career Level Description

P3: Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own field/discipline, solving complex problems with minimal guidance and oversight.

P4: Requires specialized expertise in field/discipline acquired through significant years of experience, leading others to solve complex problems, working independently with guidance in only the most complex situations; may lead functional teams or projects.

Security Clearance Information

SRNS is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, criminal records, and employment history, and education verifications. Positions with SRNS may require applicants to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Factors such as pre-employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid and/or unfiled taxes may impact your ability to obtain a security clearance. This list of factors is not exhaustive; pre-employment information and security clearance requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Clearance Required to Perform Job

Q

What We Offer

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) Benefits team is constantly assessing trends in the benefits area to provide the best possible services to our workforce. We ensure high quality outcomes of each service provider by consistent monitoring and oversight for positive results. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce. Your SRNS Health & Welfare benefits provide peace of mind and financial protection for you and your family. Some of the Benefits offered to full service employees include: - Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options - Critical Illness and Accident Insurance - Employer paid life insurance with buy up options - Employer paid Short Term and Long Term Disability - 401(k) with Employer Match - Various wellness programs - Paid Time Off and Holidays - Discounts and other supplemental benefits SRNS employees are critical to the success of SRNS, all while making the world a safer place. The work that we do every day makes a difference.

Standards of Excellence

The SRNS vision states that we will "be the standard of excellence in nuclear materials management by delivering knowledge, innovation and experience." This is underpinned by the recognition that everything we do relies on our employees and how they demonstrate the SRNS Standards of Excellence every day.

Built on the foundation of safety and security, each employee is expected to:
Model Excellence by demonstrating the highest standards and values in work and promoting them within the organization and to the customer.
Deliver Results by meeting customer expectations to ensure objectives, goals and deadlines are met while being good stewards of resources.
Energize and Recognize Teams through growing organizational strength and recognizing continued excellence.
Build Relationships by developing relationships with coworkers and customers to foster a respectful workplace.
Shape the Future by creating a diverse, innovative and integrated workforce that fosters mission success and company growth.

Note:

SRNS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. SRNS is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, you may contact us by phone at 803-952-8207, or by e-mail at hrrecruiting@srs.gov.

Job Expires

28-May-2025