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Designer II Civil/Structural

Zachry Group
Williamsburg, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/28/2026
Job Description

Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. (ZNE) is currently seeking a Designer II, Civil/Structural & Mechanical for a direct hire position.

Position Synopsis: Designer II, CSM will be responsible to understand and develop structural diagrams such as pipe and conduit support configurations and details, foundation designs, equipment mounting details, general arrangements, fire stops and seals details, process, and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), piping plan and section diagrams, and isometrics. Designer II, CSM will have the ability to produce complex engineering drawings in a 2-D or 3-D environment. Designer II, CSM will be responsible to check drawings for accuracy including dimensions, spelling, drafting standards and completeness utilizing correct project design criteria.

Participation in field walk downs, as necessary, to obtain measurements, verify as- built documentation, and develop field sketches in support of plant modifications and design installations will occasionally be required. Individual will communicate with project engineers and other disciplines to develop drawings and resolve design discrepancies. The ability to interface with the customer and their construction representatives to integrate designs to satisfy their standards is a must for this position.

Responsibilities

Other Required Qualifications (minimum): Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. A demonstrated ability to direct drafting personnel on drawing assignments is required. Proficient in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation CAD software packages (or an equivalent software package) and Microsoft Office software, Word, Excel, etc. is required with competency in software applications for email and databases. Demonstrated technical knowledge of design practices, codes, and standards applicable to structural components is required. Position also requires a working knowledge of structural steel types and materials as they are available in the industry. A working knowledge of mechanical design principles and practices is required. Effective time management skills are required as position may involve working on several projects concurrently. Ability to pass security and drug screening and maintain unescorted commercial nuclear plant access is required. Successful candidate will be required to understand and comply with company policies, procedures, and processes. Overtime work is required. Travel to client sites is required with periods of field/office work.

Position requires individual to exercise independent judgment to develop designs with minimal direction from Design Supervisor, Design Lead or Engineering and will concurrently support multiple projects. Ability to perform walk downs of equipment in an industrial plant environment, to include climbing ladders, working at heights, carrying equipment up to 50 pounds, accessing security-controlled areas, and entering confined spaces and controlled hazardous (e.g. high temperatures, high radiation) areas is required.

Qualifications

Education Required (minimum): Associates Degree in drafting, design or engineering technology or 4 years of equivalent experience in the design of structural components and/or mechanical systems is required.

Experience Required (minimum): 5 years (minimum) of experience is required in structural engineering design and/or mechanical system design practices in addition to the education requirements.

Preferred Experience: Knowledge or use of Raster Design or 3D modeling experience is a plus. Field experience using a terrestrial laser scanner and survey equipment is desirable. Recent plant modification package development and/or field experience on nuclear power plant projects is a plus.

Certain positions at Zachry Nuclear may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. If applicable to the position, the capability of a candidate to comply with such laws will be taken into consideration by Zachry Nuclear in its hiring processes.

Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. maintains a drug free workplace.

Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Note: Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

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