Lead Civil/Structural Engineer

Wunderlich-Malec Careers•Winslow, ME

16d•Hybrid

About The Position

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering (WM) is a 100% employee-owned ESOP and one of the largest and most well-established engineering companies in the United States. When you join WM you become part of a company that is: 100% employee-owned with 40+ years of industry history ENR (Engineering News Record) Top 500 firm Rated as a top System Integrator Giant We have a Lead Civil/Structural Engineer position available in Winslow, ME. This person will be responsible for the technical oversight of below and above-ground engineering responsibilities related to civil and structural steel design. Main responsibilities will be related to structural steel design, including control enclosure base design, base design coordination with overall building design, substation structural steel design and/or yard below ground design. Projects will range in size, complexity, and voltage (i.e. 12kV-500kV). Example projects may include breaker replacements, substation bay expansion, or greenfield substations. The Lead Civil/Structural Engineer can expect to work closely with project management, other engineering disciplines (P&C, Substation, etc.), as well as with our Manufacturing and Testing Business Units here at WM.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering
Licensed Professional Engineer
10+ years engineering experience providing civil/structural design of energy related projects
Experience using computer assisted engineering and design software to prepare engineering and design documents (examples include software such as AutoCAD)
Demonstrated ability to use 3-dimensional structural analysis and design using Risa-3D or similar software
Demonstrated ability to use structural design software for structural steel, reinforced concrete, foundations and retaining walls
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Bluebeam software
Familiarity with current structural design codes such as IBC, ASCE, AISC, ACI, etc.

Nice To Haves

Proven ability to supervise, motivate, mentor, and optimize in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
Goal oriented and focused
Strong drive, energy, enthusiasm, and proactive style
Entrepreneurial and/or business background
Experience managing technical projects of various sizes
Experience contributing to proposals and business development efforts
Strong leadership and client relations skills
Excellent communication (written and oral) & interpersonal skills
Excellent negotiation, influence, mediation & conflict management skills
Proven ability with problem solving and decision making
Personal credibility to quickly establish successful relationships within the team and with customers
Strong organizational, multi-tasking, & time-management skills
Strong budget management and financial reporting skills

Responsibilities

Provide civil & structural design for a variety of projects supporting client’s ability to comply with various state and federal regulations
Design and analyze structural systems that include reinforced concrete, structural steel (enclosure base, stairs/platforms, substation structures), aluminum, masonry, cold-formed metal framing
Design and study foundations and site infrastructure elements including shallow foundations, deep foundations and retaining walls
Review and comment on structural work products/submittals such as plan sets, technical memos, calculations, reports, comment logs, site review checklists and photos in support of Owner's Engineering Review work
Actively involved in all structural project aspects including design/study development, construction management, project management, RFI's/RFPs/Submittals and client meetings, as needed
Assist other Senior Engineers and Project Managers in the production of project plans, specifications, scheduling, budgeting, technical memorandums and cost estimates
Mentor and lead junior engineers and designers to produce project documents and encourage individuals’ growth within the team
Conduct site visits, surveys and inspections, and assist with data collection, compilation and assessment
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, cities/clients, and other public agencies
Apply quality assurance and quality control processes
Work on the detailed design for Industrial and Utility low, medium and high voltage generation, distribution and transmission electrical systems
Provide control enclosure manufacturing support and designs such as building base, anchorage, foundations, etc.
Engineering, Project Management, and Construction detailed cost estimating
Develop detailed proposals for contract engineering opportunities
Develop detailed proposals for Owner’s Engineer, Project Management, Construction Management, and Project Controls opportunities
Lead junior staff in engineering and design efforts
Communicate effectively with WM employees and clients alike