Substation Civil/Structural Engineer - #2734

Wade Trim; Flint (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Education reimbursement

401(k)

Performance bonuses

Employee stock program

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Wade Trim is seeking a Substation Civil/Structural Engineer to join our ICE Team in Michigan to enhance infrastructure projects across the region. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, has 5–10+ years of experience, and is proficient with Bentley MicroStation, AutoCAD, and SAP/Maximo.

Travel will be required; a PE license is preferred. We offer a flexible hybrid-remote schedule after 30 days and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering required.
• 5–10+ years of relevant experience.
• PE license preferred; travel is required.

Responsibilities

• Design utility-scale electrical substation and transmission systems.
• Structural design of substations steel structures and foundations.
• Prepare complex engineering calculations per standard methods.
• Provide guidance on design guides, standards, and codes.
• Maintain and update engineering standards.
• Offer technical guidance to project teams.
• Conduct quality reviews of deliverables.
• Attend and/or lead client and project meetings.
• Maintain excellent client relations and promote sales.
• Review scope, budget, and schedule for tasks.
• Assist with proposals, marketing, and technical presentations.
• Maintain a safe working environment.

Skills

Civil engineering

Substation design

Structural design

Project coordination

AutoCAD

Bentley MicroStation

SAP/Maximo

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Bentley MicroStation

AutoCAD

SAP/Maximo

Job description

What We Offer:

Our excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program. Employee Resource Groups and Programs offered include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Rotation Program, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.

Position Description:

We are looking for a Substation Civil/Structural Engineer to join our ICE Team to improve infrastructure in our Michigan office. The candidate must have a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, and 5-10 or more years of experience. Experience with Bentley Microstation, AutoCAD, and SAP/Maximo is required. Some travel will be required for this role. A Professional Engineering License is required. The candidate must also be self-motivated, work well with others, and have excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills. A flexible hybrid-remote work schedule available after 30 days of employment.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Design utility-scale electrical substation and transmission systems
• Responsible for structural design of electrical substations steel structures and their foundations
• Prepares complex engineering calculations following standard methods and principles
• Provides guidance and direction on design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes
• Assists in developing, maintaining and updating engineering standards
• Provides technical guidance to others regarding projects and disciplines
• Perform quality reviews of project deliverables
• Attend and/or conduct client and project meetings
• Maintain excellent client relations
• Promote sales
• Review scope, budget and schedule for project tasks
• Assist with proposals, marketing, project reports and technical presentations
• Maintain a safe working environment

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering required

Skills/Experience:

• PE License preferred
• 5-10 years of experience required
• Exposure to Bentley Microstation and AutoCAD is required
• Experience with the design of utility-scale electrical substation and transmission systems required
• Experience with structural design of electrical substations steel structures and their foundations required
• Exposure to Business Management Software (SAP/Maximo) is preferred
• Candidate must be willing to travel

About Wade Trim:

Wade Trim is committed to maximizing the value of infrastructure investments. We’ve been solving complex engineering challenges for nearly a century. We customize our work approach to fit each project using a collaborative, friendly style to deliver solutions our clients can stand behind.

Our supportive culture recognizes and strives to fulfill collective client, company, and individual needs. Mentoring and building skills of Wade Trim staff is a priority. Frequent interaction among staff is encouraged, company leadership is easily accessible, and opportunities are provided for staff to help shape the firm’s future through strategic planning. Work/life balance is supported through a flexible, hybrid work schedule that brings team members together in the office at least two days a week and connects them virtually when working from home.

To solve our clients’ toughest challenges, we’ve devoted ourselves to delivering innovative solutions. Our Office of Applied Technology (OAT) is dedicated to seeking new technologies or ways to apply existing technologies to enhance value to our clients and positively impact communities. All staff are encouraged to share ideas and suggestions for innovative technologies or processes to adopt. This open-minded approach enables us to advance technology, foster innovation, and stay ahead of our clients’ needs.

Wade Trim’s success is shared by the employees that make it happen. Since our beginning, our firm has been 100% employee owned. This cultivates an ownership mindset that benefits our work approach, collaborative culture, and ability to deliver client solutions. We believe employee ownership drives the sustainability and growth of our firm and provides all our employees with opportunities for financial success.

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