Jobs · Information Technology · Colorado

Lead Structural Engineer 1 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy · Englewood, CO · 3 wk ago
Information Technology$118k–$180k/yrFull-time

About the role

This position offers the opportunity to directly apply your knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design. You will work on a wide range of power transmission modifications and upgrades, creating calculations, design documents, and specifications.

Responsibilities

  • Work on challenging assignments that include investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of structural engineering issues.
  • Perform structural analysis and detailed design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment, and foundations.
  • Develop integrated structural designs and perform supporting calculations for the planned work.
  • Prepare technical specifications for structural materials.
  • Perform independent reviews of work performed by others, including calculations and drawing preparation.
  • Career development via peer-learning through sharing of knowledge with other experienced engineers.
  • Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to substation locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs.

Requirements

  • A BSCE or MSCE from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program with a strong academic background in behavior of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design.
  • 10 or more years of experience as a practicing structural engineer, preferably a member of a project team working on the design and upgrade of electrical substations.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with the client with appropriate level of technical detail.
  • Experience in writing and providing support documentation for structural engineering calculations.
  • Technically knowledgeable of the practical application of structural engineering including analysis for structural supports, loads, and design integrity.
  • Experience with the design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
  • Proficiency with any of the following programs: MathCad, STAAD PRO, SAP2000, SAFE, RISA 3D and RISA Floor.
  • Familiarity with design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Qualifications

  • BSCE or MSCE from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program with a strong academic background in behavior of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design.
  • 10 or more years of experience as a practicing structural engineer, preferably a member of a project team working on the design and upgrade of electrical substations.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with the client with appropriate level of technical detail.
  • Experience in writing and providing support documentation for structural engineering calculations.
  • Technically knowledgeable of the practical application of structural engineering including analysis for structural supports, loads, and design integrity.
  • Experience with the design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
  • Proficiency with any of the following programs: MathCad, STAAD PRO, SAP2000, SAFE, RISA 3D and RISA Floor.
  • Familiarity with design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Skills

  • PE license
  • Experience in the design of light industrial building structures
  • Experience with modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs.
  • Leadership experience in overseeing engineers who program or script (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate engineering tasks.

Benefits

  • Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life & Accident Insurance
  • Disability Coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Back-Up Daycare
  • FSA & HSA
  • 401(k)
  • Pre-Tax Commuter Account
  • Merit Scholarship Program
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Tuition Assistance
  • First Professional Licensure Bonus
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Bereavement Leave
  • Flexible Work Arrangements
  • Compensation Range: $118,023 - $180,313

Pay

$118,023 - $180,313

Schedule

Hybrid work arrangement, with the expectation of spending three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.

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