Civil & Structural Engineer (Nuclear)

Our client is dedicated to making nuclear power more accessible and focuses on delivering:

• 🌍 Simple and Safe Micro-Reactor Solutions
• Scalable, affordable, and deployable in various locations
• Generates energy at a rate of one megawatt electric (MWe) at a time

They are currently developing a:

• Capable of providing clean energy and radioisotopes where needed
• Initially supporting the reactor licensing process in the United States

By partnering with them, we have the opportunity to contribute to:

• 🚀 A Rapidly Growing Scaleup
• Aiming to become a leading technology provider in global energy solutions
• Committed to innovation and sustainability

This collaboration offers a unique chance to be part of a:

• Focused on delivering essential energy solutions worldwide

The Civil Engineer and Layout Architec will be responsible for:

• 🔧 Designing, analyzing, and maintaining the structural integrity and safety of nuclear power plants, research facilities, and other nuclear-related infrastructure.
• ✅ Ensuring compliance with strict regulatory codes, performing structural assessments, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support plant construction, maintenance, and upgrade

Potential Next Steps

As the company is expanding rapidly and planning international growth in 2026, the right candidate may be considered for regional and/or global responsibilities.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• 🔧 Designing and analyzing structural components for nuclear power plants, including containment buildings, cooling towers, and support structures.
• ✅ Ensuring compliance with NRC (Nuclear Regulatory Commission) regulations, ASME BPVC, ACI (American Concrete Institute), and other industry standards.
• 📊 Performing structural load calculations, seismic analysis, and stress assessments for nuclear infrastructure.
• 🛠️ Overseeing construction projects, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, design specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• 🔍 Conducting inspections, failure analysis, and maintenance assessments on existing nuclear structures.
• 🤝 Collaborating with mechanical, electrical, and fluid systems engineers to integrate structural components with plant operations.
• 📜 Assisting in licensing and regulatory documentation for nuclear facility design approvals.
• 🔄 Supporting plant modifications, retrofits, and decommissioning projects to meet evolving safety and operational standards.
• 💻 Utilizing civil engineering software (e.g., STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, ANSYS) for structural modeling and analysis.
• 🧑🏫 Providing technical expertise and guidance to project teams, contractors, and plant operators.

Who We Want to Work With:

Education: 🎓 Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field.

Experience: ⏳ 3-7 years in civil or structural engineering, preferably in nuclear, power generation, or industrial projects.

Certifications (Preferred): 📜 PE (Professional Engineer) license, SE (Structural Engineer) certification, or equivalent.

Knowledge: 💡 Strong understanding of structural analysis, reinforced concrete, and steel design.

Proficiency: 💻 In civil engineering software (e.g., STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, ANSYS, AutoCAD).

Understanding: 🔍 Of seismic analysis, radiation shielding considerations, and nuclear-grade materials.

Experience: 📚 With NRC regulatory requirements and nuclear safety design principles.

Strengths: 🧩 Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Skills: 🤝 Effective communication and teamwork skills for collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Attention to Detail: 🧐 High attention to detail and commitment to nuclear safety.

Ability: ⏲️ To manage multiple projects and meet regulatory deadlines.

Preferred:

• 🇮🇹 Written and oral fluency in Italian.
• 🤝 Ability to build relationships and influence at all levels of the organization.