Senior Structural Engineer - Substation
About The Position
GFT is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer - Substation to join our expanding Power Group in either St. Louis, MO, Roanoke, VA, Charlotte, NC, Pittsburgh, PA, Phoenix, AZ, Chicago, IL or Marlton, NJ or remote for the right candidate. Joining the power team at GFT means engaging in cutting-edge projects that drive the future of energy infrastructure. Our team excels in providing solutions for power transmission, distribution, and renewable energy, utilizing advanced technologies and creative problem-solving to meet today’s diverse energy needs. Be part of a dynamic group dedicated to enhancing system reliability, sustainability, and efficiency while shaping the energy landscape for a resilient and sustainable future. Discover some of our signature power and energy projects here. What you’ll be challenged to do: As a substation structural engineer, you will lead or support utility and power substation projects and clients. You will have need to have experience supporting or leading various substation projects from 34.5kV up through 500kV. In addition, you will have the opportunity to demonstrate your ability to build effective relationships with clients and key stakeholders in the Power & Utility industry. In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following: Develop substation structural steel and foundation drawings on new and existing substations. Prepare substation structural steel and foundation calculations for new and existing substations. Prepare specifications, for substation structural materials. Collaborate internally to pursue power substation projects regionally and nationally with the objective of increasing Gannett Fleming presence in the power delivery business. Develop and nurture client relationships and work across multiple disciplines in other office. Assume an active role in the preparation of proposals bids, reports and presentations.
Requirements
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Civil and/or Structural Engineering.
- Professional Engineer License or on the path to obtaining professional licensure.
- 8+ years progressive experience in design, engineering and project management within power and utility industry.
- Interest in or direct experience working in the consulting engineering profession.
- Demonstrated ability with project management software and tools (Microsoft Project or similar) for scope, schedule and budget management.
- Design experience in high voltage substation, and transmission projects.
- Experience in the creation of quality technical solutions and the design delivery of major power delivery projects.
- Commitment to driving strong business performance, continuous improvement, and best practices.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced Degree strongly preferred.
- Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation or Inventor
- Experience with structural engineering finite element software experience in the utility sector
Responsibilities
- Develop substation structural steel and foundation drawings on new and existing substations.
- Prepare substation structural steel and foundation calculations for new and existing substations.
- Prepare specifications, for substation structural materials.
- Collaborate internally to pursue power substation projects regionally and nationally with the objective of increasing Gannett Fleming presence in the power delivery business.
- Develop and nurture client relationships and work across multiple disciplines in other office.
- Assume an active role in the preparation of proposals bids, reports and presentations.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
