Principal Civil Structural Engineer

Portland General Electric; Rainier (OR); On-site; USD 118,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Principal Civil Structural Engineer to lead innovative engineering initiatives. This role involves managing complex projects, ensuring compliance with nuclear regulations, and collaborating with diverse teams. You will leverage your expertise in civil engineering to shape the future of energy infrastructure while promoting sustainable practices. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to community and environmental progress, where your contributions will drive meaningful change and enhance the quality of life for all. If you are passionate about engineering excellence and eager to make an impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Performance-Based Incentives

Professional Development Opportunities

Diversity and Inclusion Programs

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an accredited program.
• Typically eight or more years in civil engineering.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering initiatives and manage complex projects.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders on engineering projects.
• Maintain engineering standards and provide technical guidance.

Skills

Engineering Principles

Project Management

Civil Engineering

Nuclear Regulations

Technical Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Engineering Software

Job description

At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven't stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We're always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.

Summary

As a Principal Civil Structural Engineer, you will have the unique opportunity to lead civil engineering initiatives through extended knowledge of civil engineering principles and all applicable codes, regulatory requirements and standards. You will orchestrate all technical aspects of complex projects, coordinate multiple-discipline activity and establishing work plans for given projects. A successful candidate will have expert knowledge of engineering and economic principles and concepts, as well as advanced project management skills in managing large complex projects related to nuclear regulations and commercial projects. Will require working with project teams to budget, forecast, and execute work within approved budget. Additionally, you will need expert organization and prioritization skills, along with advanced written and oral communication abilities. In this role, you'll serve as an industry expert and attend 10 CFR Part 71 & 72 Licensee User Groups and coordinate with industry peers. You'll be assisting in technical audits internally and externally, as well as interfacing with regulators and participating in site audits. You'll also have the exciting opportunity to shape the future of PGE's infrastructure, contributing to the company's commitment to the Federal government to maintain and secure spent nuclear fuel safely and efficiently.

*Role requires background check and fingerprinting for Access Authorization

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Engineering Standards: All Engineering - Maintains currency in state-of-the- art engineering practices and establishes engineering processes and standards and collaborate with nuclear industry leaders to develop innovative and creative solutions for aging management requirements established by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

Engineering Standards: Civil/Structural Design - Supports civil engineering initiatives through extended knowledge of civil engineering principles and all applicable codes and regulatory requirements and standards. Applies knowledge to plan, develop, coordinate and direct major and minor project assignments with complex features associated with design, construction, maintenance or testing; discerns the need for and provides technical guidance and support to other engineers and customers.

Engineering Production: All Engineering - Prepares a variety of complex engineering deliverables for larger or multiple projects, including establishing work plans to be applied.

Engineering Production: Civil/Structural Design - Leads the development and review of civil engineering and construction support for nuclear facility; provides technical support and guidance to colleagues, department, organization and company; determines design requirements to assist construction activities for more complex projects and determines project requirements and scope for more complex projects.

Project Coordination: All Engineering - Actively coordinates with other internal/external team members on complex projects, representing the team to internal and external stakeholders (i.e., regulatory, technical society, etc.).

Project Coordination: Civil/Structural Design - Leads projects with complex design, construction, maintenance and testing elements in support of engineering and construction needs of the site.

Knowledge Sharing: All Engineering - Actively advances knowledge management of the enterprise and provides mentoring; participates in professional societies and technical committees and may assist with code/standard authoring; is externally recognized in the industry as a technical expert; reviews engineering work, resolves resource conflicts and identifies training needs.

Knowledge Sharing: Civil/Structural Design - Provides input and review of technical training for department and company training; provides technical training to department and company through internal training program.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS

Education

• Requires a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from ABET- accredited engineering program or program accredited by an equivalent agency.

Experience

• Typically eight or more years in civil engineering.

Certifications

• Professional Engineering (PE) license strongly preferred; may be required based upon role.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES)

Functional Competencies

• Expert knowledge of engineering and economic principles and concepts.

• Advanced knowledge of other engineering disciplines and advanced ability to interpret engineering deliverable content as assigned.

• Expert understanding and application of engineering processes and procedures; intermediate knowledge of other related departments and functions.

• Advanced industry knowledge and technology trends.

• Advanced knowledge of company QA/QC process and procedures.

• Advanced knowledge of construction feasibility.

• Advanced knowledge of 10 CFR Part 72 Aging Management Program Requirements

• Knowledge of 10 CFR Part 73 Security Requirements of Spent Nuclear Fuel

• Advanced knowledge of company QA/QC process and procedures.

• Advanced knowledge of Nuclear Quality Requirements (NQA-1/ANSI/ISO)

• Advanced knowledge of procurement and contract administration.

• Advanced knowledge of process and procedures for project controls and estimates.

• Competencies: Civil & Structural Design

• Advanced project management skills in managing large complex projects related to civil/structural projects.

• Advanced ability to review, evaluate and analyze technical information, policies and reports.

General Competencies

• Advanced accuracy skills.

• Advanced knowledge of the utility industry.

• Advanced organization and prioritization skills.

• Advanced decision-making skills.

• Advanced Project Management skills.

• Intermediate written and oral communication skills.

• Advanced individual and group presentation skills.

PHYSICAL, COGNITIVE DEMANDS AND SCHEDULE/ATTENDANCE

Physical

• Does the job require a valid driver's license? - Yes

• Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Frequently (at least once a week or more)

• Driving/travel/commute: Overnight inside/outside the service territory - Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)

• Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)

• Lifting/pushing/pulling (check appropriate weight): Up to 10 lb

• Carrying (check appropriate weight): Up to 10 lb

• Unstable surfaces requiring balance (i.e., moving equipment, boats); check all that apply:

• Elevated areas (i.e., catwalks, roofs and high buildings)

• Confined spaces

• Walking distances and surfaces (long distances and over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces)

• Stairs (over 10 steps)

• Ladders (over 10 rungs)

Cognitive Demands

• Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasks

• Ability to follow accuracy standards

• Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks

• Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment

• Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress

• Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change

• Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedback

• Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement

• Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks

• Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organization

• Demonstrates sound memory

• Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks

Schedule/Attendance

• Ability to adhere to pre-established schedule, including start/stop time and break/lunch schedule

• Ability to work long hours

• Ability to work a variable schedule

• Ability to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weather

• Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance

Environment

• Office environment

• Plant environment

• Field environment

Compensation Range:

$118,425.00 - $197,375.00

Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity. While we anticipate the selected candidate for this position will fall towards the middle or entry point of the compensation range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis.

PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. To find out more, click here.

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