Civil Structural Engineer IV - Substation Design

Senior Substation Civil/Structural Engineer

Job type: Full Time

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The Senior Substation Civil/Structural Engineer is responsible for managing all aspects of the design as it relates to electrical substation civil/structural engineering, specifically for HV/MV substation projects. He or She will interface with the preconstruction/estimating and project execution teams to ensure that the civil/structural designs meet all applicable codes and standards and are satisfactory to Rosendin expectations.

• Electrical substation civil/structural design including permitting support, site layout, grading design, main equipment foundations for main circuit breakers, main transformers and switches, cable trenches, manholes, cable trays, retaining wall design, stormwater analysis, containment structure design, survey coordination, and civil construction support.
• Review civil construction specifications, cost estimates, engineering proposals, and project schedules.
• Provide support for transmission line right‑of‑way access improvement design including culvert sizing, stormwater drainage analysis, stabilization specification, construction support, and inspection.
• Assist with analyzing the design for various civil elements related to high‑voltage power transmission and substation design.
• Partner with clients, vendors, permitting agencies, and other team members to see projects through to completion.
• Assist with estimating to help approximate civil quantities for pricing exercises.
• Develop civil engineering scope of work for pursuits.
• Interface with project management and field supervision to provide civil engineering input for potential projects.
• Review (QA/QC) civil engineering drawing packages from contracted firms for solar PV projects.
• Interface with project management, field/operations, and other disciplines to ensure all civil design standards are met and constructability is considered.
• Attend project meetings (on‑site or remotely).
• Provide alternative engineering methods that may offer cost savings.
• Interface directly with civil subcontractors to ensure cost‑effective and code‑compliant designs.
• Provide civil engineering construction support as projects progress.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed.

• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Project, etc.). Proficient in Civil 3D.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing requirements.
• Ability to work with other engineering disciplines.
• Ability to work under time pressure with a positive attitude.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Technical knowledge of design codes and software (Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Micro Station, stormwater analysis programs).
• Understanding of basic practices for evaluating engineering and design issues.
• Mindset for developing better alternatives and recommendations related to the civil group (structure, processes, software).
• Ability to work safely and obey safety regulations.
• Effective communication skills (verbal, written, presentation).
• Exposure to transmission, substation, environmental, right‑of‑way, construction, and maintenance stakeholders.
• Collaborative approach when working with peers or clients.
• Comfort with sharing knowledge freely.
• Ability to identify relevant metrics and apply them to…