Entry-Level Structural Engineer - Energy & Industrial Group; Summer

Position: Entry-Level Structural Engineer - Energy & Industrial Group (Summer 2026)

Entry‑Level Structural Engineer – Energy & Industrial Group (Summer 2026)

Apply for the Entry‑Level Structural Engineer – Energy & Industrial Group (Summer 2026) role at Sargent & Lundy
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This position has a target start date in summer 2026.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of materials, structural analysis, steel design, and reinforced concrete design.
• Work on power, energy, and industrial projects; create calculations and structural document designs; prepare technical specifications.
• Conduct structural analyses with complex loading conditions (wind, seismic, pressurization).
• Perform analysis and design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment and piping supports, and foundations using state‑of‑the‑art tools.
• Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews, and to plant sites for structural condition assessments, construction coordination, and field verification of designs.

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in‑office work 3 days per week.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Civil Engineering, graduating Spring 2026.
• Strong academic background and interest in materials behavior, structural analysis, steel design, and reinforced concrete design.
• Knowledge of practical application of structural engineering, including load analysis and design integrity.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles for technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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

Valued but Not Required Skills & Experience

• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and designation as Engineer in Training.
• Degree from an ABET‑approved program.
• Experience writing support documentation for structural calculations.
• Proficiency with Math Cad, STAAD Pro, SAP
  2000, SAFE, STRUDL, or ANSYS.
• Familiarity with design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318.
• Internship or co‑op experience in related engineering.

Award‑Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about health and well‑being.

• 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

$60,660.00 – $87,090.00

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package includes a base salary or hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package. Employees may also be eligible for a yearly discretionary bonus.

About This Business Unit

The Energy & Industrial Group (EIG) delivers advanced engineering solutions across power generation, environmental compliance, oil & gas, and industrial projects. EIG has designed nearly 900 power plants, yielding over 100,000 MW of capacity. EIG’s expertise includes combined cycle projects, renewable energy, carbon capture, and hydrogen power. EIG is recognized for decarbonization innovations and detailed engineering services for photovoltaic solar projects and energy storage integration.

Awards

& Recognition

Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration 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.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Engineering and Information Technology (Professional Services)

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