Sandia National Laboratories · 20 hours ago
Senior/Principal Civil Design Engineer- Facilities, Hybrid
Albuquerque, NM
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$102K/yr - $200K/yr
7+ years expSandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, and they are seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to join their team. The role involves supporting civil design and engineering capabilities, collaborating on building and infrastructure projects, and ensuring compliance with design codes and requirements.
GovernmentInformation TechnologyNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide construction support to rectify issues between proposed designs and existing field conditions
Perform site analysis and assessment: evaluate the physical, environmental, and regulatory conditions of the project site
Coordinate surveys and Geo-technical investigations to understand soil properties and topography
Develop initial design concepts based on project requirements and constraints. Create preliminary sketches and models to visualize the design
Conduct code compliance assessments and develop solutions for non conformance
Design for civil and utility components, systems, drainage and products and integrate these to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations
Analyze and maintain seismic site classifications for the Sandia National Laboratories' New Mexico site
Partner with other Civil Engineers to assess capabilities and condition of existing civil, structural, and utility structures, components, equipment, and systems and make recommendations for improvements
In partnership with other Civil Engineers to perform engineering analysis and associated calculations (drainage, utility system service connections, concrete, and pavement)
Apply knowledge and understanding of current codes and design requirements
Develop and apply inspection and acceptance procedures for systems and components
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering plus seven (7) years of relevant experience
Experience with AutoDesk Civil3D is required
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE L-level security clearance
Preferred
NM Professional Engineering (PE) license or Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate and able to obtain a Professional Engineer license
Landscape design experience
Experience in relevant civil engineering software applications: HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, PCSWMM, or related software
Experience using CAD and GIS Software; Bentley MicroStation or AutoCAD, GIS Mapping (Bentley Map, ArcGIS or other)
Experience developing specifications, plans and other construction documents
Broad experience with civil design infrastructure such as storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water mains supporting facilities
Knowledgeable in ADA
Experience with landscape design
Experience with site development and planning
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Able to think critically and make decisions requiring engineering judgment
Benefits
Generous vacation
Strong medical and other benefits
Competitive 401k
Learning opportunities
Relocation assistance
Amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance
Company
Sandia National Laboratories
Sandia is a conducts research and development into the non-nuclear components of nuclear weapons.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$4.4MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyARPA-E
2023-09-21Grant· $0.5M
2023-07-27Grant
2023-01-10Grant· $3.7M
Leadership Team
Laura McGill
Deputy Laboratories Director - Nuclear Deterrence, and Chief Technology Officer
Maria Gallardo
CFO Enterprise Risk Management Program Lead
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