Civil/Structural Design Engineer I

MYR Group•Santa Fe Springs, CA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Civil/Structural Design Engineer will be responsible for facility level design and analysis of solar & BESS energy facilities along with review and revision of commercial and utility plan sets for photovoltaic (PV) and Battery Storage (BESS) system installation and site survey sketches. Plan sets include site plans, geotechnical reports, site surveys, erosion control, environmental impacts, foundation layouts, BOM’s, structural details, material take-offs, and equipment specifications. They will work closely with customers and other engineering and design team members and contractors to coordinate the overall design packages and requirements and then help transition the designs to the field where they will ensure the successful construction and energization of the project. Company Overview Since 1990, CSI Electrical Contractors, Inc. (CSI Electric) – a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc. – has been a leader in highly technical and innovative electrical design and construction. Our team of consultants, engineers, project managers, and professionals deliver the best solutions to our customers’ greatest electrical engineering and construction needs. We have the resources and expertise to manage any commercial, industrial, or one-of-a-kind challenge in aerospace, biotech/pharmaceutical, education, healthcare, entertainment, hospitality, manufacturing, and retail. Our services include electrical construction, technology solutions, and alternative energy where CSI Electric is regarded as a premier provider of energy development, installation, and maintenance. Whether your project entails mission-critical power, energy production, or a simple space upgrade, CSI Electric offers unmatched expertise in electrical, energy, and technology solutions. We’re proud to celebrate more than 30 years of commitment to do all things with excellence for our customers, ourselves, and our craft. We Build Better.

Requirements

Preferred graduate of four-year college or university with Bachelor of Science in Civil/Structural Engineering or related Engineering program. Strongly preferred the degree is from a school of engineering with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) as a professional engineering curriculum.
Possess a minimum of 5 to 10 years of related work experience (Can be a combination of trade & relevant work experience).
Competency with civil/structural system sizing at all levels, experience with Utility and/or Commercial scale renewable EPC projects, independent engineering and nuances of design, and analysis of operational project data and performance.
Advanced understanding of discipline specific technical designs, engineering principles, business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements.
Experienced in the practice of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations.
Ability to apply engineering theories and principles to review and evaluate civil/structural drawings to determine if the design meets the contractual requirements, construction best practices and budget.
Has a firm understanding of the principles of Project Management.
Proactive attitude, showing initiative and the ability to work independently as well as with a team.
Strong analytical problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize, multitask, and follow through on assigned tasks and projects with minimal supervision.
Strong organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work in a fast-moving environment while maintaining a positive attitude in stressful situations and adapt to changing job requirements.
Positive attitude, showing customer focus and the initiative and ability to work independently

Nice To Haves

Experience in utility-scale solar/PV projects, highly preferred.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite of products, AutoCAD 2D, Blue Beam, L-pile, Google Earth, Risa and other web-based software applications. Knowledge of PLSCADD a bonus.

Responsibilities

Technical responsibility for organizing, reviewing, interpreting, researching, executing, coordination, and commenting on project pursuit and design packages by working closely with other engineering and design team members to coordinate overall design packages.
Responsible for all aspects of the design including grading, structure design verification, plan & profile drawings, foundation design, material & construction specifications, and all associated calculations.
Analysis of solar & BESS energy projects involves working across a range of responsibilities, including: Civil/Structural plant design understanding of power and distribution systems (Low, Medium and High Voltage) in order to provide reviews & comments.
Analysis of applicable studies, including topography surveys, geotechnical reports, Alta Surveys, environmental impact surveys, corrosion analysis, hydrology reports, etc.
Design development & optimization, field construction and installation means & methods
Developing/contributing detailed design concepts for solar PV and BESS system design
Provide long term detailed design, optimization, and constructability support
Develop, update and use civil/structural engineering calculation tools to size equipment and material based on project requirements.
Independent engineering report writing and evaluation
Calculation reviews of pressures, loads, & stresses
Reviews of commercial agreements including Power Purchase Agreement (PPA), Interconnection Agreements, Service Contracts, Facility Studies
Work alongside the Business Development, Estimating, and Engineering teams to create preliminary site layouts and landscape plans for project proposals.
Provides engineering support for proposals, estimating, procurement and construction.
Provides technical support to personnel/cross functional teams supporting the assigned project by performing advanced level engineering tasks, calculations, data analysis, and studies as needed to develop preliminary detailed scopes of work on large and small projects.
Assess the equipment technology and expected use case of the proposed projects to optimize the system design with the optimal technology, material, augmentation, and asset mix
Assist with design and optimization of BESS and solar PV systems to meet project requirements, minimize cost and propose value.
Convey results and findings by means of discussions, graphic-based presentations, and project documentation.
Demonstrate familiarity with the mounting and installation of various typical pieces of equipment used in the proper design and installation of renewable energy projects.
Assistance with planning and/or obtaining permits and regulatory approvals.
Review and approve material specifications and equipment vendor drawings on major equipment from manufacturers.
Conducts project detailed design and QA/QC reviews for completeness and accuracy of internal and external design documents that align with our customer requirements, CSI’s standards, and industry best practices.
Perform site visits as needed to verify that construction is in agreement with engineering design drawings, including preparatory meetings, and QA/QC.
Prioritize, multitask, and follow through on assigned tasks and projects with minimal supervision.
Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks are consistent with engineering best practices and policies.
Works independently with direction from Director of EPC Engineering.
Coordinate with other engineering disciplines, Project Managers, Directors and Operations personnel to successfully deliver design projects.
Create and update database of design records and equipment for future reference.
Attend mandatory training sessions on new products, installation methodology, and safety.
Initiates and maintains contacts with key engineers in other companies, suppliers and industry associations to maintain their technical expertise.

Benefits

Salary $85,000-$115,000/ year
Commensurate with experience, paid weekly.
Amazing Company Culture - We have a culture of trust, teamwork, performance, and commitment that drives our success.
Competitive Salaries - We pride ourselves on offering above-average industry salaries based on talent and experience.
Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 9 paid Holidays.
Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%. Immediate vesting and Annual profit-sharing potential.
Company-paid life, and accidental death & dismemberment.
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
Various voluntary plans are available, including short- and long-term disability, supplemental vision, accident, hospital and critical illness, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employees and dependents.
Company medical and dental insurance for you and your family. CSI pays 100% for Employee and 75% of dependent coverage premium for the selected plan(s)