Substation Graduate Civil/Structural Engineer

Ulteig•Houston, TX

9h•$79,250 - $96,400•Hybrid

About The Position

Ulteig is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Graduate Structural Engineer in our Substation Department. The Graduate Engineer will perform routine engineering tasks for foundation and steel design under the supervision of an experienced structural engineer. They will perform calculations using engineering formulas and skills and complete design work that involves computer-aided and/or manual design calculations. As a Graduate Engineer, we value your presence in the office on a hybrid basis as it fosters a conducive learning environment and facilitates team collaboration.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil and/or Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited program or equivalent required.
Successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam or the ability to obtain within 1 year of hire.
Understanding of structural steel, drilled pier & spread footing design and detailing required, grading design preferred.
Knowledge of, AISC, and ACI required, ASCE & NESC preferred.
Proven experience in Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
Must have authorization to work permanently in the US.

Nice To Haves

Engineering internship experience preferred.
Knowledge of electrical utility substation layout and design preferred.
Experience using MathCAD, STAAD or equivalent, foundation design programs, and/or other structural modeling software preferred.
Basic understanding of AutoCADD and/or MicroStation preferred.

Responsibilities

Applies current, standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria to complete engineering tasks.
Develops plans, specifications, and observation reports to see that these items are complete, accurate and in accordance with sound engineering practice.
Practices efficiency engineering as it pertains to design selection.
Recommends alterations to development and design to improve quality.
Works closely with engineering technicians and experienced engineers.
May work in the office or in the field.
Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Is technically involved with the resolution of design problems that may include performing field investigation or observations.
Checks design computations done by others.
Coordinates specific design aspects of a project.
Performs detailed engineering design and evaluations within specialty.
May devise new approaches and solutions to problems encountered.
Prepares reports and correspondence concerning the direction of assigned projects.
May participate in marketing, sales and business development activities within assigned market.
Demonstrates a wide degree of creativity and latitude.
Effectively communicates and interacts with clients to ensure we are meeting their needs.
Works closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.