Civil Structural Engineer IV - Substation Design

About the role

The Senior Substation Civil/Structural Engineer plays a crucial role in managing all aspects of electrical substation civil/structural engineering, particularly for high voltage/middle voltage (HV/MV) substations. This position requires interfacing with preconstruction/estimating and project execution teams to ensure designs meet all applicable codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Electrical substation civil/structural design including permitting support, site layout, grading design, main equipment foundations for main circuit breakers, main transformers and switches, cable trenches, manholes, cable trays, retaining wall design, stormwater analysis, containment structure design, survey coordination, and civil construction support.
• Review civil construction specifications, cost estimates, engineering proposals, and project schedules.
• Support transmission line right-of-way access improvement design including culvert sizing, stormwater drainage analysis, stabilization specification, construction support, and inspection.
• Analyze the design for various civil elements related to high-voltage power transmission and substation design.
• Partner with clients, vendors, permitting agencies, and various other team members and stakeholders to see projects through to completion.
• Assist with estimating to help approximate civil quantities for pricing exercises.
• Develop civil engineering scope of work for pursuits.
• Interface with appropriate project management and field supervision team to provide civil engineering input and knowledge for possible projects.
• Review (QA/QC) civil engineering drawing packages from contracted firms for solar PV projects.
• Work with project management team, field/operations team and other engineering disciplines to ensure all civil aspects of the design are met to Rosendin standards and consider constructability.
• Attend project meetings (on-site as necessary or remotely).
• Provide alternative engineering methods related to civil engineering that may offer cost savings to the project.
• Interface directly with civil engineering subcontractors to ensure the most cost-effective and code-compliant design is being considered and implemented.
• Provide civil engineering construction support as the project progresses.

Requirements

• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Project, etc.).
• Proficient in Civil 3D.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary.
• Ability to work with other engineering disciplines (electrical, structural geotechnical, etc.).
• Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
• Effective oral and written communication skills as required for the position.
• Technical knowledge of design codes and software (Civil 3D, AutoCAD, MicroStation, and stormwater analysis programs).
• Understanding of basic practices for evaluating engineering and design issues.
• Mindset for developing better alternatives and recommendations related to the civil group (i.e.: structure, processes, software, etc.) with the ability to communicate and apply them accordingly.
• Ability to work in a safe manner and always obey safety regulations.
• Effective communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation).
• Exposure to transmission, substation, environmental, right-of-way, construction, and maintenance stakeholders.
• Demonstrate a high level of comfort with sharing knowledge freely.
• Ability to identify relevant metrics and ability to apply them to the business, our clients, and projects.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a team environment &/or independently.
• Capacity to think creatively as it relates to engineering innovation and solutions.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and highly agile environment.
• Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Engineering in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification.
• 10+ years of related engineering experience, whether through consulting or working for an electric utility.
• Project management experience.
• Extensive knowledge of the fundamentals of managing project scopes, schedules, and budgets.
• Required experience in civil/structural design work related to: MV to HV electrical substations and/or electrical switchyards including: site grading, drainage analysis, detention basin design, structural foundation, retaining wall design, geotechnical analysis, pavement design, SPCC design, SW3P design, wetland access roads, and security fencing.

Skills

• Proficiency in Civil 3D.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work with other engineering disciplines.
• Ability to work under time pressure.
• Effective communication skills.
• Technical knowledge of design codes and software.
• Understanding of basic practices for evaluating engineering and design issues.
• Ability to work in a safe manner.
• Exposure to transmission, substation, environmental, right-of-way, construction, and maintenance stakeholders.
• Ability to share knowledge freely.
• Ability to identify relevant metrics.
• Attention to detail.
• Teamwork and independence.
• Problem-solving and creativity.
• Self-motivation and proactive behavior.
• Professional interaction.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement.
• 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays.
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance.
• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance.
• Disability Income Protection Insurance.
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care).
• Charitable Giving Match with our Rosendin Foundation.

Pay

Competitive compensation package.

Schedule

Full-time position with occasional travel up to 30%.

Working Conditions

• General work environment – sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending.
• Varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning.
• Noise level is usually low to medium; it can be loud on the jobsite.
• Compliance with ADA and applicable state law, including reasonable accommodation measures.
• Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.