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Principal Structural Design Engineers - East Coast Nuclear Projects $130K-$170K DOE
United Trades of America is hiring multiple Principal Structural Design Engineers to support major concrete and structural projects across the East Coast with a focus on nuclear and energy-sector infrastructure. These roles offer the chance to lead complex safety-critical design efforts for high-impact EPC projects.
If youre a seasoned engineer with deep knowledge of structural codes concrete design and DOE/NQA-1 standards this is your opportunity to lead mentor and deliver critical infrastructure that matters.
Position Details
Salary Range: $130000 - $170000/year (Depending on Experience)
Multiple Openings
Location: Various East Coast project sites (onshore nuclear/concrete structures)
Responsibilities
Lead a team of engineers and designers for assigned project scopes
Perform and verify advanced structural calculations (steel concrete dynamic load)
Develop and review technical specifications design criteria and drawings
Coordinate cross-discipline integration with project management vendors and field teams
Support procurement and construction phases including responding to RFIs and reviewing field changes
Ensure compliance with applicable codes quality standards and DOE/NQA-1 requirements
Minimum Qualifications
U.S. Citizenship (mandatory for project requirements)
Bachelors degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
15 years of structural design experience (EPC preferred)
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Advanced knowledge of structural design tools such as STAAD RISA-3D and Mathcad
Strong familiarity with seismic blast and dynamic loading criteria
Excellent technical writing communication and leadership skills
Preferred
Experience with DOE federal or nuclear facility projects
Practical field experience and EPC leadership background
Familiarity with ASME NQA-1 standards
Why United Trades of America
Were not just filling positions - were building a trusted expert team to support essential infrastructure across the country. Our engineers are valued for their expertise and supported with strong pay benefits and career-building opportunities.
How to Apply
Join a company that respects the craft values integrity and builds with purpose.
Required Experience:
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