Substation Senior Civil/Structural Engineer

Leidos • Portland, OR

109d • $72,150 - $130,425

About The Position

Leidos Engineering offers its knowledge and expertise over a wide area of cutting-edge energy technologies and independent oversight, combined with proven business acumen. Building our work for publicly- and privately-owned utilities, financial institutions and local governments, we are able to provide our clients with business insight into all sectors of the infrastructure industry. We are seeking a Licensed Senior Civil/Structural Engineer with 5+ years of experience within the utility industry working directly for a utility or consulting company, doing design engineering and reviews. The candidate must have a strong educational background in design of steel structures, concrete structures, geotechnical engineering, and foundations. Experience reviewing substation structure design, rigid bus design, foundation design, oil spill containment design, retaining walls, masonry control shelters, and firewalls is required. This position will consist of performing design reviews of the aforementioned civil/structural design components in support of the development of bid/construction packages for substation projects. Candidate will primarily function as a senior engineer leading projects, performing design reviews, as well as developing junior staff members. Site-visits to client substation facilities are expected to be part of the work, along with occasional travel for client meetings and industry-related events. Candidate must comply with quality control and safe work practices and maintain compliance with project scope, schedule and budget expectations. This position will be a senior member of a design team comprised of engineers, designers, and drafting technicians.

Requirements

• PE License Required in California, Washington, Oregon -OR- the ability to obtain licensure in these states within 3-12 months.
• 5+ years of experience in the utility industry working directly for a utility or consulting company.
• Strong educational background in design of steel structures, concrete structures, geotechnical engineering, and foundations.
• Experience reviewing substation structure design, rigid bus design, foundation design, oil spill containment design, retaining walls, masonry control shelters, and firewalls.
• Experience with Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint & MATHCAD software.
• Experience with RISA 3-D, FAD, SAG10, and LPILE software.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and MicroStation.
• Strong analytical and technical writing skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and staff.

Nice To Haves

• SE licensure is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform design reviews of civil/structural design components for substation projects.
• Lead projects and develop junior staff members.
• Conduct site-visits to client substation facilities.
• Travel for client meetings and industry-related events.
• Ensure compliance with quality control and safe work practices.
• Maintain compliance with project scope, schedule, and budget expectations.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Health and Wellness programs.
• Income Protection.
• Paid Leave.
• Retirement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees