Substation Civil/Structural Engineer - REMOTE WORK

Orbital Engineering • Merrillville, IN

270d • Remote

About The Position

Orbital Engineering is seeking a Substation Civil/Structural Engineer to provide technical support and direction for our Substation Design Team. This REMOTE WORK position requires demonstrated leadership, engineering and design competency, in a utility or consulting environment for Electric Substation Projects with voltages up to 500 kV. The position requires excellent communication, leadership and client relation skills. Candidates with a PE or SE license are strongly preferred. Responsible for technical leadership and oversight of substation engineering and consulting services for clients across the US. Primary responsibilities include creating civil and structural design deliverables. Projects range in size, complexity, and voltage class from small equipment upgrades to large projects in transmission and distribution substations. The candidate may prepare, provide guidance, or assist in preparing and developing the engineering deliverables for electric substation projects. This position provides leadership and mentorship to other team members and contributes to the technical development of the group as well as the quality of our deliverables. May serve as project lead or independent reviewer for projects assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from accredited college or university, or a related field with equivalent experience.
• Position to be filled at an appropriate level according to candidate experience (Master's degree may be considered as portion of total experience).
• Senior Engineer I 7+ years related experience.
• Senior Engineer II 10+ years related experience.
• Senior Engineer III 15+ years related experience & PE Required.
• Professional Engineer or Structural Engineer registration strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with relevant codes and standards.
• Experience with structural steel, reinforced concrete, masonry and/or foundation design.
• Working knowledge of STAAD or RISA analytical software or equivalent.
• Experience in the Electric Utilities, Power Generation, Metals, Midstream Oil & Gas, Refineries or Petrochemical industries is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively organize multiple complex assignments and competing priorities to produce accurate products on time.
• Ability to collaborate in cross-functional work teams.
• Exceptional analytical and decision-making skills, and a successful record of positive interactions with clients.
• Ability to lead staff, delegate assignments and drive positive results.
• Experience in creating and reviewing substation design drawings.
• Proficient with current software applications used to perform substation design work.
• Ability to successfully work with remotely located team members.
• Ability to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations and is also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes understanding of the industry standard work practices, client standards, and/or other applicable guidelines to complete engineering designs.
• Substation Civil/Structural Design including site development, foundations, structural steel, equipment layouts, plans, sections, details, and bills of material.
• Act as project lead or independent reviewer for projects assigned.
• Provide technical support for clients and support regional business development initiatives as a technical resource under the direction of the Department Manager.
• Lead and mentor teams of engineers and designers and assume responsibility for their success on projects.
• Support creation of proposals and scope development.
• Work in a project team environment with other engineers and designers involved in detailed electrical design and project management of utility substation projects.
• Participate in project conceptualization, work planning, and project execution.
• Lead in the execution of engineering activities.
• Calculations for studies and reports and preparation of equipment and installation specifications.
• Coordination of design activities with other disciplines and groups.
• Develop and improve processes, tools and technology within the organization.
• Provide leadership, training and mentoring to other engineers and team members.
• Regularly meet and correspond with clients or external partners.
• Perform quality reviews for other engineers and designers.
• Conduct field visits for site walkdowns, constructability reviews, construction support, and other site meetings as needed.
• Support business development and marketing initiatives.
• Other duties may include 3D modeling/design, or industry/professional technical committee involvement.
• Work with Project Management team to develop project plans and provide project updates.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Career advancement opportunities
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Prescription drug coverage
• 401(k)
• Supplemental insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees