Structural Engineer

Oak Brook, IL 60523

Posted:

09/17/2026

Employment Type:

Direct Hire

Job Number:

32409

Job Location:

Onsite

Industry:

ALT - Alternative Energy

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title:

Structural Engineer

Position Description:

Protingent Staffing has an exciting direct hire Structural Engineer opportunity.

Job Responsibilities:

Serve as the ultimate authority on

ASME BPVC

Sections III and VIII and ASME B31.1 and B31.3

Author and review formal engineering calculation packages to certifypliance with defined standards, procedures, and regulatory criteria

Audit output from drafters, designers, and manufacturing vendors to maintain strict technical accuracy and ensure deliverables meet system requirements and expectations

Ensure that engineering work is performed with a high level of integrity through rigorous enforcement of work processes and technical reviews of team deliverables

Evaluate structural integrity against environmental and dynamic hazards, including seismic and blast loadings

Develop and optimize cost-effective, buildable structural designs for skids, heavy equipment foundations, modules, and platform supports

Conduct pipe stress calculations to determine equipment nozzle loads, pipe thermal movements, and structural anchor requirements

Interface with Authorized Inspectors during third-party design reviews and fabrication audits

Collaborate closely with mechanical, piping, and process engineers to prevent load transfer issues across disciplines

Collaborate with system engineers to ensure design documentation supports and substantiates ASMEpliance

Mentor junior-level structural engineers on code calculations and FEA software

Stay current on industry developments related to advanced reactors and emerging technologies

Contribute to the development and improvement of internal policies, procedures, and standard work processes

Job Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline (e.g., Civil, Mechanical)

5+ years of experience in heavy industrial structural design, preferably within the nuclear or energy sectors

Advanced knowledge of

ASME BPVC

Section III and VIII is highly desired

Demonstrated experience in developing design ofplex systems or structures, multi-discipline integration, and leading efforts to define and solve problems

Strong written and verbalmunication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical and regulatory information

Proven ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams and contribute to a collaborative work environment

Preferred Job Qualifications:

Active Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE) license is desired but not required

Advanced mastery of structural and stress analysis software

Experience designingponents and systems for high temperature gas

Familiarity with codes, standards, and industry initiatives for advanced reactor technologies

Knowledge of ASME B31.1 and B31.3

Cross-functional familiarity with matching codes such as AISC, ASCE, IBC, or AWS

Experience working to quality standards on design activities, such as ASME NQA-1 or

ISO 9001

Knowledge of documentation requirements, including public disclosure, information withholding, and document control processes

Job Details:

Job Type:

Full-time

Salary Range:

$120K-$215K

Location:

Oak Brook, IL (Onsite)