Civil Structural Engineer IV - Substation Design in Coppell

Position Overview

Senior Substation Civil/Structural Engineer responsible for managing all aspects of the design related to electrical substation civil/structural engineering for HV/MV substation projects. The role interfaces with preconstruction/estimating and project execution teams to ensure 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 various other team members and stakeholders 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 appropriate project management and field supervision team to provide civil engineering input for possible projects Rosendin is pursuing.
• Review (QA/QC) civil engineering drawing packages from contracted firms for solar PV projects.
• Interface with project management team, field/operations team and other engineering disciplines to ensure all civil aspects of the design are met to Rosendin standards and consider constructability.
• Attend project meetings (on-site as necessary or remotely).
• Provide alternative engineering methods related to civil engineering that may offer cost savings to the project.
• Interface directly with civil engineering subcontractors to ensure the most cost-effective and code-compliant design is being considered and implemented.
• Provide civil engineering construction support as the project progresses.
• The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing, and other duties will be assigned based on the position's role within the business unit.

• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Project, etc.). Proficient in Civil 3D.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary.
• Ability to work with other engineering disciplines (electrical, structural, geotechnical, etc.).
• Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
• Effective oral and written communication skills as required for the position.
• Technical knowledge of design codes and software (Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Micro Station, and 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 (i.e.: structure, processes, software, etc.) with the ability to communicate and apply them accordingly.
• Ability to work in a safe manner and always obey safety regulations.
• Effective communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation).
• Exposure to transmission, substation, environmental, right-of-way, construction, and maintenance stakeholders.
• Ability to use a collaborative approach when working with peers or clients.
• Demonstrate a high level of comfort with sharing knowledge freely.
• Ability to identify relevant metrics and ability to apply them to the business, our clients, and projects.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a team environment or independently.
• Ability to think creatively as it relates to engineering innovation and solutions.
• Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and highly agile environment.
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