Civil Structural Engineer IV - Substation Design

Description

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

Requirements

• Understanding of basic practices for evaluating engineering and design issues
• Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude
• Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player
• Ability to work in a safe manner and always obey safety regulations
• 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
• Effective communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation)
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification
• Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and highly agile environment
• 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
• Ability to think creatively as it relates to engineering innovation and solutions
• Extensive knowledge of the fundamentals of managing project scopes, schedules, and budgets
• Technical knowledge of design codes and software (Civil 3D, AutoCAD, MicroStation, and stormwater analysis programs)
• 10+ years of related engineering experience, whether through consulting or working for an electric utility
• Ability to identify relevant metrics and ability to apply them to the business, our clients, and projects
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others
• Effective oral and written communication skills as required for the position
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a team environment &/or independently
• Up to 30%
• General work environment - sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning
• Project management experience
• Ability to use a collaborative approach when working with peers or clients
• Bachelor's in Engineering in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Exposure to transmission, substation, environmental, right-of-way, construction, and maintenance stakeholders
• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Project, etc.) Proficient in Civil 3D
• Ability to work with other engineering disciplines (electrical, structural geotechnical, etc.)
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary

Benefits

• We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions.
• Disability Income Protection Insurance
• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement
• 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays
• Charitable Giving Match with our Rosendin Foundation
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)
• ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance