Lead Civil Structural Engineer - Lattice Tower

Qualus; California (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Retirement savings with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Qualus is seeking a Lead Structural Engineer - Lattice Tower to join our Transmission Design Engineering team. You will oversee lattice tower structural designs, model using PLS-TOWER, perform FEM analysis, and prepare deliverables and drawings for production.

You will develop proposals, budgets, and schedules; ensure design compliance with codes; mentor junior staff; and communicate in design review meetings. This role requires PE licensure, with California licensure preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited school.
• 7-10 years of structural engineering experience with PLS-TOWER modeling.
• Strong knowledge of standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• PE Certification Required (California PE preferred or willing to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Oversee lattice tower structural designs and modeling.
• Develop proposals including man-hour estimates, schedules and budgets.
• Prepare project deliverables and templates including conceptual and detailed designs.
• Develop drawings for production work and CAD development.
• Review design drawings for quality assurance within scope, budget and schedule.
• Lead design review meetings and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Project leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

ABET-accredited Civil/Structural Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

ATADS

T-FAD

LPILE

PLS-TOWER

Job description

Position Overview

Power your future with Qualus as a Lead Structural Engineer - Lattice Tower on our Transmission Design Engineering team. If you're ready to make real impact.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and take responsible charge of the execution of various structural project designs, including but not limited to, PLS-TOWER modeling, FEM structure modeling, analysis, reinforcement design, new construction and retrofit work for lattice tower structures supporting voltages through 500kV.
• Development of proposals including man-hour estimates, schedules, and budgets for project execution.
• Development of project deliverables and templates including conceptual designs and detailed design.
• Develop drawings for production work, including problem analysis, design layout, and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity.
• Execute a variety of structural design assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques, commercially available software, industry-specific software, drawing sequence and presentation, sizing of components, and refining rough sketches for CAD development.
• Analyze reports, maps, drawings, tests, and other structural-related data to plan and design projects.
• Responsible for incorporating design codes and specifications related to design requirements.
• Review design drawings for quality assurance within scope, budget, and schedule.
• Review schedules, budgets, and project criteria to inform civil design and layouts.
• Organize and maintain all revisions of the project 3D model, drawings, plot files, and project-related information in a logical, well-structured manner.
• Oversee, maintain, and develop the structural design Quality Review process. Includes back-checking drawings, models & components, and review of shop drawings using the model.
• Provide training to and oversee technical progression of lower level staff.
• Effectively communicate in, and conduct design review meetings for projects or as assigned
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited school.
• 7-10 years of structural engineering experience including extensive design experience building models in PLS – TOWER is required.
• Strong knowledge of standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Must be able to demonstrate expertise in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite), Smartsheet is a plus
• Strong computer skills include structural analysis programs AutoCAD, ATADS, T-FAD, LPILE are a plus
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• PE Certification Required (California PE is preferred or willing to obtain).

Benefits & Compensation

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Retirement Savings Plans (including employer matching where applicable)
• Flexible Spending and/or Health Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Company Holidays

Benefits offerings may vary based on position, work location, and eligibility requirements.

The compensation range for this position is provided in accordance with applicable laws and market practices. The final base salary offered may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, internal equity, performance, and business needs. Compensation ranges are subject to change at the Company's discretion and as permitted by applicable law.

Company Overview

Qualus is a leading pure-play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, energy efficiency and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has over 2,000 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation across Canada and the US.

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