Substation Structural Engineer - Kiewit Power Engineers

Kiewit; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Entry Level Structural Engineer to join their innovative Power division in Raleigh. This exciting role involves designing and analyzing substation and transmission structures, preparing technical documentation, and collaborating with a diverse team of professionals. With a commitment to safety and constructability, you'll be part of a dynamic environment that values your contributions. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including top-tier health plans and generous paid time off. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to grow your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans

Voluntary wellness programs

Employee assistance programs

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural or Architectural engineering required.
• 0-2 years’ experience in Structural design engineering preferred.
• Proficient with engineering software and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Structural Design Engineering

Communication Skills

Engineering Software Proficiency

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

ABET Accreditation

Tools

SAP2000

STAAD

SAFE

RISA3D

PLS POLE

PLS TOWER

LPILE

MathCAD

Job description

Location: Raleigh, NC, US

Requisition ID: 174988

Job Level: Entry Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Engineering

Market: Power

Employment Type: Full Time

Position 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 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.

Location

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

Responsibilities

1. Design and analyze new and existing substation and transmission structures and foundation systems.
2. Prepare and review drawing and calculation packages.
3. Apply and review department and industry standards when preparing calculations, project drawings, and project specifications for procurement and construction.
4. 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.
5. Identify and propose value engineering or best installed cost options for projects and process improvement opportunities.
6. 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.
7. Prepare, monitor, and update project plans, schedules, staffing, and budgets to project management and department management.
8. Support department managers in achieving performance goals for the department.
9. Apply engineering application software to complete engineering tasks such as foundation and steel structure design.

Qualifications

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

Other Requirements:

1. Regular, reliable attendance.
2. Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
3. Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
4. Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
5. Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

We offer our full-time 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.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.