Substation Structural Engineer

Ulteig Engineers, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Workplace

Employee Ownership

Competitive Pay

Collaborative Environment

Job summary

Ulteig Engineers, Inc. is seeking a Structural Engineer for our Substation department. The role involves planning, scheduling, and coordinating detailed project work, with emphasis on foundation and structural steel design.

You will perform calculations and develop designs using software tools and engineering judgment. You will collaborate with a team of engineers and technicians, perform field observations when needed, and contribute to multi-discipline projects while maintaining high-quality

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Civil/Structural Engineering degree required.
• Professional Structural Engineer (SE) registration required.
• Minimum of 4+ years of engineering experience preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical utility substation layout and design is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Applies current, standard engineering techniques to complete tasks.
• Develops plans, specifications and observation reports for accuracy and sound engineering practice.
• Coordinates design aspects of a project with other disciplines.
• Performs detailed engineering design and evaluations within specialty.
• Communicates effectively with clients to ensure needs are met.

Skills

Project coordination

Technical communication

Multi-discipline collaboration

Problem solving

Education

ABET Civil/Structural Engineering degree

Professional Structural Engineer (SE) registration

Tools

MathCAD

STAAD

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Foundation design software

Job description

Ulteig is seeking qualified candidates to work in our Substation department for the position of Structural Engineer. The Structural Engineer acts as a discipline engineer or overall project engineer planning, scheduling, conducting and/or coordinating detailed phases of assigned project work. They will make design recommendations, adaptations and modifications for foundation design, structural steel design. The Structural Engineer will perform calculations using engineering formulas and skills and completes own design work which may involve computer-aided and/or manual design calculations.

What You'll Do

• Applies current, standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria to complete engineering tasks.
• Develops plans, specifications, and observation reports to see that these items are complete, accurate and in accordance with sound engineering practice.
• Practices efficiency engineering as it pertains to design selection.
• Recommends alterations to development and design to improve quality.
• Works closely with engineering technicians and experienced engineers.
• May work in the office or in the field.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Is technically involved with the resolution of design problems that may include performing field investigation or observations.
• Checks design computations done by others.
• Coordinates specific design aspects of a project.
• Performs detailed engineering design and evaluations within specialty.
• May devise new approaches and solutions to problems encountered.
• Prepares reports and correspondence concerning the direction of assigned projects.
• May participate in marketing, sales and business development activities within assigned market.
• Demonstrates a wide degree of creativity and latitude.
• Effectively communicates and interacts with clients to ensure we are meeting their needs.
• Works closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.

What We Expect from You

• Bachelor's degree in Civil and/or Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited program or equivalent required.
• Professional Structural Engineer (SE) registration required.
• Minimum of 4+ years of engineering experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical utility substation layout and design preferred.
• Understanding of structural steel, drilled pier & spread footing design and detailing required.
• Experience using MathCAD, STAAD or equivalent, foundation design programs, and/or other structural modeling software preferred.
• Knowledge of AISC, and ACI required, ASCE & NESC preferred.
• Basic understanding of AutoCADD and/or MicroStation preferred.
• Proven experience in Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
• Demonstrates openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.
• Must have authorization to work permanently in the US.

As you consider applying for a position at Ulteig, we encourage you to think outside the box - because we do! You might not meet 100% of the skills listed in a description, but we are committed to hiring people with exceptional talent, ability and potential, and then creating an environment where they can become the best versions of themselves. We don't want to miss out on the possibility of speaking with the next outstanding Ulteig team member, and, yes, relevant military experience is absolutely considered for transitioning service members.

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

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.

We offer our team members:

• Flexible Workplace
• Employee Ownership
• Competitive Pay
• Collaborative Environment

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