Civil Engineer and Layout Architect – Italy

Location: Lucca, Italy

Key Responsibilities

• Design and analyze civil and structural components for nuclear facilities (e.g., containment structures, cooling towers, foundations, support systems).
• Perform structural load analysis, seismic assessments, and stress evaluations to meet industry and safety requirements.
• Ensure compliance with NRC, ASME BPVC, ACI, and other applicable regulatory codes.
• Collaborate with engineering teams (mechanical, electrical, fluid systems) to ensure cohesive plant layout and integration.
• Oversee site layout, civil design documents, and plant-level planning.
• Support licensing efforts, including preparation of design documentation for regulatory approval.
• Oversee or support construction, inspection, maintenance, and modification projects for structural systems.
• Use tools like STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, ANSYS, and AutoCAD to perform modeling and simulations.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to internal teams and external contractors.
• Contribute to plant retrofit, decommissioning, or expansion projects.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field.
• 3-7 years of experience in civil/structural design—nuclear, industrial, or energy sector preferred.
• Experience with seismic design, radiation shielding, and nuclear safety considerations.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, ANSYS, and AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of reinforced concrete, steel design, and structural analysis methods.
• Familiarity with NRC, ASME, and ACI codes and standards.
• Ability to support licensing, inspections, and regulatory engagements.

Soft Skills & Mindset

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communicator and collaborator within multidisciplinary teams.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to nuclear safety and quality.
• Ability to work on multiple high-stakes projects simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

• PE (Professional Engineer) or SE (Structural Engineer) license
• IPO or scale-up experience
• Fluency in Italian (written and oral)
• Ability to build relationships and influence cross-functional stakeholders