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Senior Civil Engineer -- Energy & Industrial Group
Company : Sargent &lundy
Location : Chattanooga, TN, 37402
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 14 January 2026
Description
- This position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your civil engineering degree and skills, while working in a multi-disciplined team environment with other engineers and/or designers in the design, modification, and analysis of power plants, substations, transmission lines and similar industrial systems.
- As a member of a multi-disciplined engineering and design team, you will work on a wide range of power plant projects and perform civil site development work that includes preparing calculations, designs, and specifications.
- As a member of the Civil Engineering group, you will coordinate with project managers, client personnel, contractors and suppliers, and permitting agency personnel as necessary to ensure a complete and timely design.
- Depending on the scope of work and the complexity of the design, you may guide other civil engineers and civil designers in taking on and completing civil engineering project work.
- Your responsibilities may include the following:
- Prepare calculations relating to storm water drainage, sanitary sewer systems, pavement thickness, ponds and landfills, and earthwork to support permitting and design.
- Prepare technical specifications to define construction requirements.
- Prepare site layout, grading, and drainage designs, and work with designers to accurately portray designs in 3-D models and design drawings.
- Design storm drainage systems, roads, trackwork, water storage and wastewater disposal ponds, and solid waste landfills.
- Review contractor and material submittal drawings and other vendor documentation for conformity with technical specifications.
- There is the potential for you to travel to client offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs.
This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.
Qualifications
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Essential skills and experience:
- This position requires a BSCE from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program.
- PE license or ability to earn a PE license is required.
- Five or more years of working in a project team environment in the design of industrial projects, power plant experience preferred, with specific experience in site grading and mass earthwork, storm water management, sanitary sewage systems, process wastewater systems, and road and railroad track design.
- Experience in technical writing for reports, calculations, and specifications.
- Experience in preparing, submitting, and obtaining site related permits from regulatory agencies.
- Proficiency with one or more of the following civil engineering design tools: Civil 3D, StormCad, PondPack, and AutoTurn.
- Proficiency with MS Office applications.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work in a team environment is essential.
- This position in based in Chicago and may require occasional travel.
Award-Winning Benefits
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
$82,380.00 - $125,860.00Transparency 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.About This Business Unit
The Energy & Industrial Group (EIG) specializes in delivering advanced engineering solutions across various sectors, including power generation, environmental compliance, oil & gas, and industrial projects, from new plant design to plant betterment and upgrade services for operating facilities. We have designed nearly 900 conventional power plants, yielding over 100,000 megawatts (MW) of generation capacity. Our expertise includes numerous recent and ongoing combined cycle projects that leverage the latest advanced machinery, including combustion turbines, steam turbines, and heat recovery steam generators from all leading suppliers. EIG is recognized for its commitment to decarbonization through innovative technologies in renewable energy, carbon capture, and hydrogen power. We excel in detailed engineering services for photovoltaic (PV) solar projects and energy storage integration, and lead the industry in carbon capture technologies, managing projects from conceptual studies, pilot demonstrations and through commercial scale implementation for utilities and industrial plants.
Awards & Recognition
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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Frequently asked questions
Senior Civil Engineers at Sargent & Lundy engage deeply with multi-disciplinary teams focusing on power plants and industrial systems, offering exposure to cutting-edge decarbonization projects. Chattanooga's growing energy market values this expertise, making this role distinct in its blend of traditional civil engineering with renewable energy innovations.
Mastery of Civil 3D, StormCAD, PondPack, and AutoTURN is essential. These tools enable precise site grading, stormwater design, and earthwork calculations, pivotal for energy infrastructure projects. Strong report writing and permit navigation skills also differentiate top performers in this technically demanding field.
Engineers can advance into project management or technical leadership roles, leveraging their expertise in power plant design and decarbonization technologies. Chattanooga's expanding industrial base offers chances to lead innovative renewable energy initiatives or oversee multi-disciplinary teams in complex infrastructure upgrades.
The company fosters growth by encouraging PE licensure attainment, providing access to advanced engineering tools, and offering merit scholarships. Collaboration with diverse teams on pioneering decarbonization efforts further enhances skill development and industry recognition.
Balancing multi-discipline collaboration with stringent regulatory compliance poses challenges. Ensuring timely permit acquisition and adapting designs during field verification require keen communication and problem-solving skills, especially for complex industrial sites with evolving technical requirements.
Chattanooga's growing energy sector increases demand for civil engineers with power plant and industrial expertise, but competition remains strong due to a limited pool of professionals with combined technical and project management skills. Those with PE licensure and experience in renewable energy projects have a significant edge.
Chattanooga offers relatively manageable commute times compared to larger metros, supporting the hybrid schedule of in-office work three days weekly. This balance allows engineers to optimize field visits and design collaboration while maintaining flexibility favored by professionals in the energy industry.
Salaries typically range from $82,380 to $125,860 annually, reflecting the specialized skills required in power plant and industrial civil engineering. This compensation aligns with Chattanooga's market while factoring in the hybrid work model and the role’s seniority within the energy engineering landscape.
Yes, benefits include comprehensive health plans, paid parental leave, and tuition assistance—crucial for managing the intensive workload of energy infrastructure projects. The firm's award-winning culture emphasizes employee well-being and supports continuous professional development tailored to engineering challenges.
Engineers actively integrate renewable energy solutions, carbon capture technologies, and energy storage designs into traditional infrastructure projects. This focus demands innovative problem-solving and collaboration with specialists, distinguishing daily tasks from conventional civil engineering roles in the energy sector.