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Sargent & Lundy

Mid-Level Structural Engineer

$84,762 to $129,498 a year

  • Chicago, IL
  • Full time

Found by HiredNow AI on Aug 19, 2026. Subscribers saw it first.

About the role

Responsibilities

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

SLC works on behalf of clients to support utility-scale solar, wind, battery energy storage, thermal power, and other power and infrastructure projects. We evaluate and optimize technical, commercial, environmental, social responsibility, and financial aspects of the projects for a variety of clients.

This position will require you to perform structural engineering reviews and analyses in order to understand power projects and distill technical expertise into actionable information that project stakeholders rely on to prudently develop, design, construct, operate, and finance renewable energy projects being built in the United States and overseas. You will work with multi-discipline project teams to provide a variety of services, such as the following:

Perform structural engineering reviews

Prepare structural design specifications

  • Advise power project developers to support new utility-scale solar, wind, battery energy storage, thermal, and other projects;
  • Evaluate new power and infrastructure projects independently to support financing
  • Develop technical reports for applicable audiences – including owners, developers, governmental agencies and committees, and financiers

Qualifications

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

Essential skills and experience

  • This position requires a Bachelor's degree in civil/structural engineering with a structural specialty. A Master’s degree in civil/structural engineering or business (e.g., MBA) discipline is a plus.
  • 5+ years of detailed structural design, including mass concrete, steel, piles, deep foundations, lattice structures, etc.,
  • 3+ years of experience working in detailed structural design specific to power generation or distribution (thermal, renewable, substations, etc.)
  • Experience in writing and providing support documentation for Structural Engineering specifications, calculations, and whitepapers or feasibility studies.
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical evaluation report writing

Valued but not required skills and experience:

  • Professional Engineering (PE) or Structural Engineering (SE) license
  • Finite element modeling experience – specifically SAP2000, LPILE, STAAD, etc.
  • Experience with design of foundations in unique subsurface conditions (i.e. karst, high groundwater, potential for liquefaction)
  • Multi-discipline teamwork (i.e. design projects, co-ops)

Data analysis and visualization

Project finance or business acumen

Conceptual project design

  • Construction project management and/or scheduling software knowledge
  • Solid interpersonal skills and ability to work with and guide others
  • Project planning, leadership, and organizational skills
  • Project planning, leadership, and organizational skills

Technology & Innovation

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work. We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

About Sargent & Lundy

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance

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

$84,762 - $129,498

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity

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

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