Associate Substation Structural Engineer

Black & Veatch Family of Companies•Burlington, MA

69d•Hybrid

About The Position

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference. Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity’s biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day one. At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing
Minimum of 1 year related work experience
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge of Structural Engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards
Basic structural steel design experience using 3D analysis and design software such as RISA 3D, STAAD Pro, or equivalent
Basic foundation design experience using analysis and design software such as LPile, RISA Foundation, SP-Mats, etc.
Basic experience performing structural connection and miscellaneous calculations using MS Excel and/or Mathcad
Written Communications, Drive for Results, Priority Setting, Planning, and Listening
Experience with design in the energy sector, whether substations, power generation, renewables, or similar fields
Structural design of equipment structures and their respective foundations

Responsibilities

Perform structural design engineering and analysis on substation scopes
Collect and assimilate data for engineering work. Perform research and prepare calculations in accordance with Black & Veatch and industry standards on larger and more complex assignments.
Develop recommendations for equipment and materials, beginning to expand knowledge into other disciplines and/or functional areas.
Understand and work successfully within budget, project schedule, and quality requirements.
Assist with providing guidance to engineering team members.
Maintain positive client relations, understanding client interests and drivers through effective communication with the project team.
Execute structural analysis, perform calculations, and prepare sketches and drawings for the design of supporting structures and foundations for substation equipment and other energy infrastructure.
Assist with generating project-specific specifications and the procurement process.
Work with structural technicians in preparation of structural drawings and specifications.
Assist with construction phase engineering duties such as site visits, responding to RFI’s, and review of contractor submittals.
Coordinate with other discipline engineers for project alignment
Focuses on the needs of internal clients (project team leadership) while attempting to gain basic understanding of external client's main interests and drivers