Principal Structural Design Engineers

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 you're 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

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  Salary Range: $130,000 - $170,000/year (Depending on Experience)

  
  


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  Multiple Openings

  
  


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  Location: Various East Coast project sites (onshore nuclear/concrete structures)

  
  

Responsibilities

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  Lead a team of engineers and designers for assigned project scopes

  
  


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  Perform and verify advanced structural calculations (steel, concrete, dynamic load)

  
  


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  Develop and review technical specifications, design criteria, and drawings

  
  


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  Coordinate cross-discipline integration with project management, vendors, and field teams

  
  


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  Support procurement and construction phases, including responding to RFIs and reviewing field changes

  
  


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  Ensure compliance with applicable codes, quality standards, and DOE/NQA-1 requirements

  
  

Minimum Qualifications

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  U.S. Citizenship (mandatory for project requirements)

  
  


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  Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

  
  


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  15+ years of structural design experience (EPC preferred)

  
  


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  Professional Engineer (PE) license

  
  


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  Advanced knowledge of structural design tools such as STAAD, RISA-3D, and Mathcad

  
  


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  Strong familiarity with seismic, blast, and dynamic loading criteria

  
  


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  Excellent technical writing, communication, and leadership skills

  
  

Preferred

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  Experience with DOE, federal, or nuclear facility projects

  
  


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  Practical field experience and EPC leadership background

  
  


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  Familiarity with ASME NQA-1 standards

  
  

Why United Trades of America?
We're not just filling positions - we're 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

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  Submit your resume at: www.unitedtradesamerica.com

  
  


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  Or email: [email protected]
  Subject line: "Principal Structural Design Engineer - East Coast"

  
  

Join a company that respects the craft, values integrity, and builds with purpose.