Senior Engineer - Civil

Qualus•Raleigh, NC

About The Position

Qualus is hiring a Senior Civil Structural Engineer in its Engineering department. The role designs and details mat- and pier-type foundations for substation structures, as well as substation structures ranging from equipment supports to overhead line towers. Work must meet client requirements and internal quality assurance and quality control practices, with attention to quality and project costs. The role may also perform substation design work, applying applicable codes and client standards to develop general arrangements, equipment and electrical layouts, elevation views, grading and fence plans, foundation plans and details, rigid bus arrangements, structure details, and bills of material. The engineer works with clients and renewable energy developers, coordinates with other engineering disciplines, participates in client meetings and site visits, and mentors less experienced staff.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
8–10 years of experience performing civil structural engineering calculations.
7 or more years of substation experience.
Professional Engineering certificate.
Strong analytical and computer skills.
Ability to identify the software needed to complete design work.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with drafting programs such as AutoCAD and MicroStation.
Experience in transmission, distribution, and generating stations.

Responsibilities

Develop overall conceptual design plans during the initial development phase of new projects.
Work with renewable energy developers and other clients, supporting schedules and cost estimates.
Design foundations using commercially available software such as LPILE.
Develop steel structure models for rigid bus and equipment supports.
Perform the company’s Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes.
Establish and maintain professional relationships with external business partners; present information and respond to questions from individuals or groups of clients.
Direct and/or participate in client meetings and job site visits to collect or deliver design and engineering data.
Mentor less experienced staff on technical and project management skills.
Coordinate with other engineering disciplines.
As necessary, complete substation designs, including general arrangements, equipment and electrical layouts, elevation views, grading and fence plans, foundation plans and details, rigid bus arrangements, structure details, and bills of material.