Structural Engineer – Electrical Transmission

Crossfire Consulting Corp.; Plainfield (NJ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Part time

Job summary

Crossfire Consulting Corp. is seeking a veteran Structural Engineer for the Outside Plant (OP) Engineering & Design Group in New Jersey.

The role emphasizes extensive civil/structural design work for electric transmission projects, including detailed CAD drawings and field support. You will lead structural design efforts, coordinate with junior engineers, and ensure compliance with ASME, NESC, ACI, ASTM, and ASCE standards while driving project milestones.

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Structural / Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in civil / structural engineering.
• Experience in design and field / resident engineering on major civil / structural construction projects.
• Proficient with AutoCAD / MicroStation and structural design software.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex civil / structural calculations and analysis.
• Prepare construction drawings for steel, aluminum, concrete structures and foundations.
• Design and detail steel transmission structures including lattice towers and tubular poles.
• Prepare existing structural and foundation reinforcement drawings.
• Perform underground duct bank and manhole structural design.

Skills

Structural design

Project leadership

Field / resident engineering

Civil/structural calculations

Clear and concise communication

Education

B.S. Degree in Structural / Civil Engineering

NJ P.E. License (required)

Tools

PLSPOLE

PLSTOWER

RISA

STAAD Pro

LPILE

GROUP

FAD Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Job description

Structural Engineer - Contract

Work location: Hybrid, (Hadley Rd, South Plainfield) 3 days in office and 2 days remote

Contract Duration: 2 years

Driving required: Drive to and from Client standard work locations - Mileage can be expensed

The successful candidate will work as a Structural Engineer in the Outside Plant (OP) Engineering & Design Group within the Construction & Maintenance organization of the Electric T&D – Projects & Construction line of business utilizing a broad knowledge of business and engineering principles and practices.

The successful candidate will be an experienced structural engineer with broad knowledge and experience in electric transmission and distribution design and construction. Perform detailed civil / structural engineering design and analysis and solve complex technical issues.

The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to lead and will coordinate and perform structural design, alterations, and repairs to produce construction drawings and calculations, as well as provide field construction support. Perform technical reviews on engineering design practices and provide engineering-related comments, as necessary. Oversee the work and provide technical guidance and direction to junior-level engineers.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform complex civil / structural calculations and analysis
• Prepare construction drawings, including steel, aluminum, concrete structures and foundations
• Design and detail steel transmission structures, including both lattice steel towers and tubular steel poles / structures
• Prepare existing structural and foundation reinforcement drawings
• Perform underground duct bank and manhole structural design

Job Specific Qualifications

Required Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

• B.S. Degree in Structural / Civil Engineering
• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in civil / structural engineering, including design and field / resident engineering on major civil / structural construction, alteration / renovation and modification projects
• Experience in performing complex civil / structural calculations and analysis
• Experience in preparing construction drawings, including steel, aluminum, concrete structures and foundations
• Experience in designing and detailing of steel transmission structures, including both lattice steel towers and tubular steel poles / structures
• Experience in preparing existing structural and foundation reinforcement drawings
• Knowledge of subsurface investigation and different geology conditions
• Experience in deep foundation design, including concrete caisson, driven pile, helical foundations, as well as steel vibratory caisson
• Experience in performing underground duct bank and manhole structural design
• Working knowledge of utility best practices, ASME, NESC, ACI, ASTM, and ASCE standards
• Proficient experience utilizing PLSPOLE, PLSTOWER, RISA and STAAD Pro for structural designs
• Proficient experience utilizing LPILE, GROUP, and FAD Tools for foundation designs
• Proficient experience utilizing Microsoft Office products
• Must be familiar with AutoCAD / MicroStation
• Must have New Jersey P.E. License
• Clear and concise writing and verbal communications skills
• As the job requires driving to Company locations and off-site assignments and events, must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license with a safe and satisfactory driving history

Preferred / Desired Skills

• Advanced Technical or Engineering Degree
• Advanced technical training
• Familiar with preparing bottom up engineering estimates
• Familiar with NESC, PJM and Client loading criteria for transmission structures
• Knowledgeable in excavation stability, subgrade preparation, backfilling, thermal and electrical properties of soils, and dewatering

Minimum Years Of Experience

8 years of experience

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