Structural Engineer-Seismic Specialist

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Structural Engineer-Seismic Specialist opportunity in Oak Ridge, TN.

Position Overview:

As a Structural Engineer - Seismic Specialist, you will oversee contractor's daily work activity for concrete, steel, and foundations on site for the Department of Energy project. Additionally, perform structural design calculations and evaluations as needed for the project. This position is client facing with an emphasis on ensuring quality, schedule, and cost. You will participate in planning, field oversight, inspections, scheduling, general design, design change disposition and procurement tasks as assigned.

Job Duties:

• Serve as a subject matter expert in structural and seismic analysis for commercial, industrial, and nuclear facilities
• Apply advanced techniques including Soil-Structure Interaction (SSI), seismic code interpretation, and specialized structural design tools
• Contribute to a diverse range of projects—from commercial buildings to nuclear material facilities and Small Modular Reactor (SMR) designs
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, resilient, and innovative engineering solutions
• Perform Engineer of Record duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• B.S. in Engineering from an ABET accredited engineering school
• 15+ years of post-education experience
• A PE or SE is required with ability to obtain a new state license as required
• Ability to perform advanced linear analysis, non-linear structural analysis, soil structure interaction analysis and generate requisite data such as floor response spectra. Provide evidence of performing analysis for at least one project
• Be subject matter expert with steel, concrete, and masonry with emphasis on seismic design
• Experience implementing local and national codes such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC N690, ACI 349, ASCE 4, ASCE 43, DOE-STD-1020, NRC, etc.
• Ability to follow and implement established NQA-1 quality procedures and ensure that all work accomplished is procedurally compliant
• Subject Matter Expert in use of finite element software such as , SAP2000, SASSI, or ANSYS
• Be software owner and perform validation and verification tasks for design software
• Competence using Microsoft Office software
• Have deep technical knowledge in structural engineering and seismic analysis
• Have the ability to work independently and lead technical efforts on high-impact projects
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in civil engineering or equivalent
• Nuclear Code Committee voting member in ASCE 4, ASCE 43, AISC N690, ACI 349 (or equivalent)
• Experience with nuclear facility design is a strong plus
• Competent using Revit, AutoCAD, or MicroStation software
• DOE Q clearance
• DOE and NRC experience
• Reside within a commutable distance from the Oak Ridge, TN office

Other Job-Related Qualifications:

• Sole United States Citizenship
• Valid Driver's License
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Security clearance. Active clearance is a plus.

If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website:

Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES

Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support our growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DOD), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater's experience and guidance ensure that our customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.

Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.

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