Principal Structural Design Engineers in Elk Grove Village

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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 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

• Salary Range: $130,000 - $170,000/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)

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

• 15+ years of structural design experience (EPC )

• 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

• 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?
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

• Submit your resume at: www.unitedtradesamerica.com

• Or email: nicki@unitedtradesamerica.com
  Subject line: "Principal Structural Design Engineer - East Coast"

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

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