Senior Structural Engineer - Substation
What You Will Do
GFT is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer - Substation to join our expanding Power Group in various locations including St. Louis, MO, Roanoke, VA, Charlotte, NC, Pittsburgh, PA, Phoenix, AZ, Chicago, IL, Marlton, NJ, or remotely. This role offers opportunities to engage in cutting-edge projects that drive the future of energy infrastructure, enhancing system reliability, sustainability, and efficiency.
What You’ll Be Challenged To Do
- Lead or support utility and power substation projects and clients.
- Support or lead various substation projects ranging from 34.5kV up through 500kV.
- Demonstrate ability to build effective relationships with clients and key stakeholders in the Power & Utility industry.
- Develop substation structural steel and foundation drawings on new and existing substations.
- Prepare substation structural steel and foundation calculations for new and existing substations.
- Prepare specifications for substation structural materials.
- Collaborate internally to pursue power substation projects regionally and nationally with the objective of increasing Gannett Fleming presence in the power delivery business.
- Develop and nurture client relationships and work across multiple disciplines in other offices.
- Assume an active role in the preparation of proposals, bids, reports, and presentations.
Education | Experience
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Civil and/or Structural Engineering.
- Professional Engineer License or on the path to obtaining professional licensure.
- 8+ years progressive experience in design, engineering, and project management within power and utility industry.
- Interest in or direct experience working in the consulting engineering profession.
- Demonstrated ability with project management software and tools (Microsoft Project or similar) for scope, schedule, and budget management.
- Design experience in high voltage substation and transmission projects.
- Experience in the creation of quality technical solutions and the design delivery of major power delivery projects.
- Commitment to driving strong business performance, continuous improvement, and best practices.
What We Prefer You Bring
- Advanced Degree strongly preferred.
- Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or Inventor.
- Experience with structural engineering finite element software.
Featured Benefits
- Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
- Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Pay
The salary range for this role is $110,000.00 - $150,000.00. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
Company Overview
At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more. Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.
Equal Opportunity Employer
GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.