Civil Engineer

Duck River Electric Membership Corporation; Palmyra (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Two retirement plans

Employer-paid life insurance

Generous vacation and sick leave

Business travel accident insurance

Job summary

Duck River Electric Membership Corporation in Palmyra, Missouri, is looking for a skilled Civil Engineer to oversee the planning and design of critical transmission and substation facilities. This full-time role involves collaborating with internal teams and industry partners to enhance the utility’s operations.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, have a Professional Engineer license, and possess experience in the electric utility sector. Comprehensive benefits include medical insurance, retirement plans, and generous leave policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in the electric utility industry.
• Working knowledge of substation and transmission facilities.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design and coordinate new transmission and substation facilities.
• Provide engineering support for substation equipment.
• Coordinate with engineering consultants and vendors.

Skills

Technical knowledge of civil engineering

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Customer service skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer

Job description

Northeast Missouri Electric Power Cooperative (Northeast Power) has an immediate opening for a Civil Engineer at the Palmyra, Missouri location. Northeast Power is a transmission cooperative delivering power to northeast Missouri and southeast Iowa.

This full-time, exempt position is ideal for an experienced engineering professional who enjoys designing critical infrastructure, supporting transmission and substation projects and helping keep the Cooperative’s system safe and reliable.

What You Will Do:

The Civil Engineer is responsible for planning, designing and coordinating new transmission and substation facilities, as well as modifications and upgrades to existing facilities and associated equipment. This role balances technical design, project coordination, regulatory awareness and operational support while working closely with internal teams, consultants, member-distribution cooperatives and industry partners. Key responsibilities include:

• Determine line routing and design transmission lines
• Plan and design new transmission and substation facilities, modifications and upgrades
• Provide engineering support for 69 kV to 345 kV substation equipment, including specifications and bid/proposal evaluations
• Design foundations for large equipment and steel structures
• Support substation layout, below-grade design, structural evaluations and SPCC spill plans
• Apply for and obtain environmental permits for transmission and substation facilities
• Survey new or revised substation and transmission facilities
• Assist with long- and short-range planning, construction work plans and system improvement studies
• Review system outages and recommend improvements to support reliability
• Provide engineering support to Operations for construction, maintenance and reliability issues
• Coordinate with engineering consultants, design engineers, vendors, utilities, equipment manufacturers and member-distribution cooperatives
• Assist with annual budget development and keep the Engineering Manager informed of progress, plans and project needs

What We Are Looking For:

We are seeking a detail-oriented, collaborative engineer who combines strong technical knowledge with sound judgment, communication skills and a commitment to safe, reliable utility operations. The ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related engineering field
• Licensed Professional Engineer with the ability to become registered in both Missouri and Iowa
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in the electric utility industry, preferably with a generation and transmission cooperative or engineering consultant
• Working knowledge of 69 kV and 161 kV substation and transmission facilities
• Knowledge of foundations, structural loading, environmental permitting and surveying
• Working knowledge of NESC, ASCE and other applicable design codes
• Ability to understand and apply advanced math, technical terms, standards and engineering principles
• Strong organizational, time management, communication and customer service skills
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, work independently and present information effectively
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
• Valid Class E or equivalent driver’s license and ability to maintain required licensing and insurability

What You Will Get:

We value our employees and are committed to supporting their well-being, professional growth and long-term success. In addition to our competitive pay, our benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive insurance coverage – Medical, dental and vision insurance to support the health and wellness of you and your family.
• Strong financial future – Two (2) robust retirement plans to help you build long-term security.
• Family protection – Employer-paid life insurance for employee, spouse and child, plus long-term disability coverage.
• Work-life balance – Generous vacation, sick leave and 10 paid holidays per year.
• Peace of mind on the go – Business travel accident insurance and an AirMedCare membership for your household.
• Flexible options – Supplemental life insurance and Aflac policies available through convenient payroll deduction.