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1mo ago

Senior Civil/Structural Design Engineer – Nuclear (Long-Term Contract)

Talent Match Recruiting Southport, NC

Southport, NC

1mo ago Closed

Contract Senior Civil Engineering Design

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Jun 29, 2026).

Job Description

This long term contract role involves providing civil and structural design engineering support for a two-unit nuclear plant in Southport, NC. The position emphasizes design modifications, plant modernization, risk reduction, equipment obsolescence management, and capital engineering change projects within a regulated nuclear environment.

Responsibilities

Act as the Lead Technical and Responsible Engineer for civil and structural design modification initiatives
Prepare engineering change packages with design inputs, calculations, technical evaluations, specifications, installation instructions, and testing plans
Provide structural engineering support including seismic analysis, foundation design, equipment mounting, piping systems, and pipe supports
Assess engineering issues, propose alternatives, and deliver technical recommendations
Create and update design basis documents, engineering calculations, drawings, and technical requirements
Support 10 CFR 50.59 screenings and evaluations of nuclear plant modifications
Offer field engineering support during implementation, including occasional off-hours or outage coverage
Assist with post-modification testing, turnover, and corrective action or work order activities
Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Licensing, and multi-disciplinary engineering teams

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or related field
10+ years of nuclear industry experience, including civil and structural design modifications
Experience with engineering change packages and plant modification processes
Strong understanding of nuclear design controls, configuration management, and QA processes
Ability to research technical issues and develop engineering recommendations
Strong communication and technical writing skills
Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted nuclear plant access, including required training and fitness-for-duty requirements

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or related field – Preferred

Experience

Nuclear: 10 years – Preferred

Work Location

Onsite in Southport, North Carolina. This position requires in person work at the facility.

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