Lead Structural Engineer - Renewables

Default Brand; United States; Remote; USD 111,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ulteig seeks a Lead Structural Engineer - Renewables to support utility-scale solar and battery storage projects. You will act as Engineer of Record across multiple states, supervising civil and structural design teams and collaborating with clients.

You will design foundations, review geotechnical data, oversee pile testing, mentor engineers, and contribute to tool development. A PE license and experience in renewable structures are required; SE preferred.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Civil/Structural PE registration with NCEES; SE preferred.
• 7+ years of structural engineering experience.
• Experience in foundation design for utility-scale solar projects.
• Proficiency with LPile/APile or equivalent software; RISA/STAAD knowledge.
• Interpret geotechnical data and communicate risks clearly.
• Familiarity with ASCE 7, IBC, AISC 360 and ACI 318.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit and/or Civil 3D.

Responsibilities

• Act as Engineer of Record for renewable projects across states.
• Design foundations and review geotechnical data and reports.
• Mentor engineers; develop design tools for internal use.
• Ensure constructability, safety and risk management considerations.

Skills

LPile

APile

RISA 3D

STAAD

AutoCAD

Revit

Civil 3D

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

ASCE 7

IBC

AISC 360

ACI 318

AutoCAD

Revit

Civil 3D

RISA 3D

STAAD

Excel

Job description

Ulteig is seeking talented and motivated candidates for a Lead Structural Engineer -Renewables role supporting utility-scale solar photovoltaic and battery storage projects. The selected candidate will engage with Ulteig’s civil, structural, and electrical design teams and our clients to provide innovative, forward thinking design solutions to facilitate the development, design, and construction of renewable energy projects.

What You’ll Do

• Acts as Engineer of Record for renewable structural engineering projects in multiple states and/or provinces. Acquires additional licenses as necessary to meet project/client needs.
• Calculates loads for equipment located on solar and Battery storage projects.
• Performs preliminary and final structural foundation design, and supports other civil, structural, and electrical design workflows as necessary on a case-by-case basis.
• Reviews geotechnical reports, field photographs, site topography and geology, and public soils data sources and makes recommendations on additional field and laboratory testing necessary to produce the required downstream civil, structural, and electrical design deliverables.
• Reviews and/or specifies pile test programs for utility scale renewable energy projects.
• Checks design computations performed by internal structural staff when appropriate.
• Performs pile lateral analysis to determine pile deflections at elevations of interest.
• Builds proprietary design tools suitable for own use and use by other qualified team members.
• Reviews plans and specifications for constructability, safety, and risk management considerations.
• Maintains a value engineering mindset throughout development, design, and construction.
• Works closely with business and engineering staff across multiple markets and technical disciplines.
• Works closely with clients to understand nuanced technical needs and identify best feasible solution(s).
• Supports marketing, sales and business development activities within assigned market.
• Demonstrates a wide degree of out-of-the-box thinking, creativity, and design ownership.
• Mentors’ other engineers and designers.
• Majority of the work will be in the office, with some general travel for design construction support, visiting clients, and representing Ulteig at conferences and trade shows as warranted.

What We Expect from You

• Bachelors Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited program or equivalent is required.
• Civil and/or Structural Professional Engineer (PE ) registration required, NCEES Council Record required. SE registration is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 7+ years of structural engineering experience preferred.
• Specific experience performing structural foundation design on utility scale solar projects in a fast-paced consulting environment is preferred. Knowledge of renewable energy systems is preferred.
• Proficiency in LPile, APile, or equivalent industry standard numerical foundation analysis software required. Additional experience in RISA 3D, STAAD or other structural design software required.
• Proficiency in interpreting geotechnical data reports and estimating representative engineering properties of onsite soils, and the ability to effectively communicate associated risks to team and client required.
• Proficiency in oversight and interpretation of pile testing is preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of ASCE 7, IBC, AISC 360, and ACI 318 required. Knowledge of commonly used ASTM test methods desired.
• Demonstrated proficiency and working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit and/or Civil 3D is desired.
• Proven experience in Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
• Must have authorization to work permanently in the U.S.

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

Ulteig is a purpose driven organization that has built a culture focused on people – both our clients and our employees –for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our own success and the success of our clients personally.

Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world’s critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors, including Power, Renewables, Transportation and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America’s essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients.

At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid or in office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what's important to them.

Ulteig is a Drug Free Workplace

ACHIEVE | GROW | COLLABORATE

Additional Opportunity Details:

Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $111,200 - $150,400
* Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job-specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role

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