Design Engineer - Structural

About the role

The Design Engineer - Structural within QISG is involved in a variety of engineering projects with a focus on structural aspects of energy related infrastructure and design-build delivery methods for large-scale energy generation, transmission, and substation-related projects. This role is an office-based position with a primary focus on executing pre-construction design, development of construction plans, and construction support services during construction and erection.

Responsibilities

• Execute assignments requiring application of standard and advanced engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to carry out structural related engineering tasks.
• Perform structural engineering analyses for design of energy infrastructure buildings & building components, substation auxiliary support structures, deep foundations, retaining structures, protective blast walls, and other heavy civil and energy related structural systems.
• Perform finite element modeling for various concrete or steel structures and develop associated reports for client and permit review.
• Interface closely with other staff, project, and senior leadership personnel within the company, including geotechnical, geological, structural, transmission line, and civil engineering, GIS, and construction management team members.
• Develop written reports and/or provide verbal communication of information in a professional and appropriate manner.
• Perform occasional site visits to project sites located throughout North America.
• Participation in sector focused professional organizations, and attendance and presentations at industry events.
• Work under supervision of Project Engineer, Senior Engineer, or Engineering Manager in a professional office setting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Fundamentals in Engineering (FE) certification with an interest in obtaining Professional Engineer licensure in one or multiple states
• 0 to 3 years design experience in the structural engineering field working with concrete and steel materials
• Familiarity with the use of the following computer software: RISA, SPColumn, and AutoDesk INVENTOR
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
• Ability to work with moderate supervision and maximum efficiency in a small or medium-sized office setting
• Substation and/or transmission structure design experience
• Familiarity with the use of the following computer software: AutoCAD (with or without the Advanced Steel Extension), Revit, LPILE, GROUP, FAD, SHAFT, APILE

Qualifications

• Competitive Compensation
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Comprehensive Health Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discount Program

Skills

• Standard and advanced engineering techniques
• Finite element modeling
• Structural engineering analyses
• Computer software proficiency (RISA, SPColumn, AutoDesk INVENTOR, etc.)
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
• Site visit coordination
• Professional organization participation
• Office-based work environment
• Substation and/or transmission structure design experience
• AutoCAD (with or without the Advanced Steel Extension), Revit, LPILE, GROUP, FAD, SHAFT, APILE proficiency

Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Comprehensive Health Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discount Program

Schedule

This role is an office-based position with a primary focus on executing pre-construction design, development of construction plans, and construction support services during construction and erection.

Pay

Competitive Compensation