Substation Structural Engineer - Kiewit Power Engineers

Kiewit; North Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an entry-level Structural Design Engineer to join their dynamic Power Delivery team. In this role, you will engage in innovative design engineering, supporting the construction process through structural calculations and project planning. You'll collaborate with a talented group of engineers and professionals, ensuring projects are completed safely and efficiently. This position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive environment while contributing to impactful power projects across North America. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to learn, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Top-tier medical, dental and vision plans

Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring a Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• 0-2 years experience in structural design engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze substation and transmission structures.
• Prepare and review drawing and calculation packages.
• Coordinate with partners to address structural issues.

Skills

Structural Design Engineering

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural or Architectural Engineering

Tools

SAP2000

STAAD

SAFE

RISA3D

PLS POLE

PLS TOWER

LPILE

MathCAD

Job description

Requisition ID: 174988

Job Level: Entry Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Engineering

Department: Design Engineering

Market: Power

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

As an entry-level Structural Design Engineer in the Power Delivery department, you will be part of a growing team that supports all aspects of the construction process by performing innovative design engineering through brainstorming conceptual designs, performing and/or reviewing structural calculations, developing plans, scheduling tasks to meet client needs, as well as mitigating risk to keep our construction crews safe.

District Overview

Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc is a full-service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and engineering markets. Our combined staff of more than 1,300 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, and oil, gas & chemical markets. Backed by 130 years of construction experience, our construction-driven engineering focuses on constructability and safety in the earliest phases of projects to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery.

Our rapidly growing Power district, which includes structural, civil, piping, mechanical, process, process safety, electrical, instrument and control disciplines, is a multi-faceted division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on the EPC delivery model for power facilities. We offer a variety of engineering services, including owner's engineering, project development, detailed engineering and design, construction management and plant services. Our engineering teams bring power projects to life across North America in the following areas:

• Gas-fired generation
• Power delivery
• Environmental retrofits
• Renewables and new technology
• Water/wastewater

Location

This position is based out of our Raleigh, North Carolina office.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze new and existing substation and transmission structures and foundation systems.
• Prepare and review drawing and calculation packages.
• Apply and review department and industry standards when preparing calculations, project drawings, and project specifications for procurement and construction.
• Incorporate the requirements of the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contract, customer Requests for Proposals (RFPs), professional service agreements, or other contractual requirements ensuring the projects meet or exceed project goals.
• Identify and propose value engineering or best installed cost options for projects and process improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate with internal and external partners including cross-discipline, construction, vendors, fabricator(s), and owners to address structural-related issues or concerns including constructability reviews and construction RFIs.
• Prepare, monitor, and update project plans, schedules, staffing, and budgets (e.g., new scope or potential change orders) to project management and department management.
• Support department managers in achieving performance goals for the department.
• Apply engineering application software to complete engineering tasks such as foundation and steel structure design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural or Architectural engineering program from an ABET accredited four-year program.
• 0-2 years’ experience in Structural design engineering in the Power/ Industrial industry preferred.
• Proficient with spreadsheets, databases, word processing, and computer operations.
• Knowledgeable in basic engineering software and eager to learn, specifically SAP2000, STAAD, SAFE, RISA3D, PLS POLE, PLS TOWER, LPILE, FAD Tools, and MathCAD.
• General knowledge of engineering standards including ASCE 7, 10, 48, 74, 113, ACI 318, 336, AISC 325, 348, 360, and IBC.
• Eligibility to take Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
• Legally able to work in the United States for any length of time.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, fluent in English.
• Passion to become a licensed PE.

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance.
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.