Sr Engineer, Civil (PE)

Signal Energy LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

CoVolt Power in the United States seeks a Senior Engineer for Civil/Structural Substation Engineering to lead multiple HV substation projects, providing design and construction support, and guiding junior staff. You will interface with clients, develop structural models, foundation designs, and site-work drawings while ensuring quality and adherence to standards.

This role requires a PE license and a BS in Civil Engineering, with 10+ years in foundations and transmission substations, plus strong

Qualifications

• Professional Engineering license (PE) in one or more US states.
• 10+ years of civil/structural engineering experience.
• Experience with foundations and transmission substations (13.8kV–500kV).

Responsibilities

• Oversee engineering calculations and studies.
• Develop structural models and foundation designs.
• Create site-work drawings including drainage and erosion control.
• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Ensure documentation is maintained and meets client requirements.
• Mentor and develop less experienced engineers and designers.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Written and Verbal Communication

Education

B.S. Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MathCAD

Excel

RISA

Job description

CoVolt Power is a leading utility-scale EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) company specializing in the design and delivery of solar, battery energy storage (BESS), and high-voltage infrastructure. Since its founding in 2005, the company has built a reputation for de-risking project delivery and providing creative, integrated solutions that span the power and digital infrastructure sectors.

Consistently ranked as a top-tier EPC, CoVolt Power leverages a mission-driven approach to safety and quality, delivering thousands of megawatts in renewable assets that support a more resilient and sustainable energy future for developers, utilities, independent power producers (IPPs), and data center operators across North America.

Position Summary:

The Senior Engineer for Civil/Structural Substation Engineering will be the lead civil/structural engineer for multiple, concurrent high voltage substation projects. The Senior Engineer will be responsible for providing all aspects of civil and structural engineering design and construction support for assigned projects; interfacing with clients and other outside entities on technical issues; providing technical support and guidance to other staff including designers, engineers and project managers; and assisting in developing engineering standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Position:

• Oversee others in the performance of engineering calculations and studies/review results.
• Work with subcontractors, other staff engineers and designers to perform all aspects of civil and structural engineering calculations and designs for substations.
• Develop Finite Element structural models of structures and other steel design calculations such as connections and anchor rods.
• Work with designers to develop structure design and fabrication drawings.
• Develop calculations for reinforced concrete foundations, and work with designers to develop foundation design drawings.
• Work with designers to develop site-work drawings including embankment preparation, drainage, and erosion control details.
• Coordinate design issues with clients and vendors, including attendance at meetings and conferences.
• Assure that all engineering documents and records are properly maintained.
• Coordinate with purchasing and quality control personnel
• Provide engineering specifications and other information required by purchasing to procure equipment.
• Coordinate with contract administrative personnel to assure client requirements are met.
• Participate in development of less experienced engineers and designers.

Professional Registration:

Professional Engineering license (one or more US states) is required.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering

Experience & Training Requirements:

• 10+ Years Experience in at least two of the following areas:
• Foundation Design
• Transmission Level Substations (13.8kV – 500 kV)
• Highly motivated and able to execute tasks from a lead role.
• Good written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to work well with others in a team setting.
• Skilled in engineering theories and principles.
• Skilled in practice of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations.
• Skilled in problem solving in time-sensitive situations

Computer Skills:

• Demonstrated experience in the following software programs:
• AutoCAD (2015 or later) – intermediate
• MathCAD – intermediate
• Microsoft Excel – intermediate
• Microsoft Outlook – basic
• Microsoft Project – basic
• Microsoft Word – intermediate
• RISA or other Structural Analysis/Design Software - advanced

Travel Requirements:

• Senior Engineers’ travel level is typically 10%.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift / move equipment up to 15 lbs.

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CoVolt Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify.

CoVolt Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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