Senior Transmission & Distribution Structural Engineer

Overview

Senior Transmission & Distribution Structural Engineer role n to apply for the Senior Transmission & Distribution Structural Engineer role at AECOM.

At AECOM, we deliver a better world by solving complex infrastructure challenges across energy, water, transportation and buildings. We are a global team of professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact.

• Serve as lead engineer and Engineering of Record on small to mid-size projects
• Prepare overhead line design using PLS-CADD
• Perform transmission line structural design using PLS-Tower and/or PLS-Pole
• Design substation support structures and foundations
• Develop environmental loads for transmission and distribution assets (wind, ice, seismic, etc.)
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of civil/structural engineering and coordination with other disciplines
• Provide mentorship for other civil/structural engineers and ensure proper execution of civil/structural project scope
• Be fully versed with codes, permits and software applications related to civil/structural engineering for substation and transmission & distribution projects
• Review work sequences, calculations and specifications, including approval, revision, retention and storage of calculations
• Oversee review and checking of construction and vendor drawings
• Review interdisciplinary vendor documents
• Assist with developing task and effort estimates for proposal support
• Plan and schedule engineering tasks within the civil/structural discipline
• Maintain positive working relationships with peers
• Perform quality control reviews of work developed by others
• Occasional travel to other AECOM locations and client sites
• Participate in field walks, create field sketches, take dimensions, climb ladders as necessary

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Professional Engineering license (P.E.)
• Experience must include structural design for electrical substation and/or transmission and distribution

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ years of relevant transmission and distribution experience with at least three years as project technical lead and/or engineer of record
• Progressive professional experience in modeling, analysis and design of steel structures and foundations
• Proficiency in PLS-CADD packages (PLS-Tower, PLS-Pole, PLS-Tower)
• Experience with structural analysis software (Staad.
  
  PRO, MFAD, L-Pile, SAP
  2000)
• Professional Engineering license in Civil or Structural Engineering in California
• Experience with California Electric Utilities
• Proficient in industry codes and standards (NESC, ASCE 7, ASCE 48, IEEE 605, IEEE 693, AISC 360, IBC, ACI 318, RUS, etc.)
• Self-motivated with effective written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working with remote teams
• Experience on full EPC/Design-Build projects from start to finish
• Owner’s Engineering experience
• Experience with retrofit or brownfield projects
• Exposure to supporting renewable generation projects

• Relocation assistance is not available for this role
• Sponsorship for US Employment Authorization is not available for this position
• Offered compensation is location- and qualification-based; expected range is $ - $

AECOM is a global infrastructure leader delivering a wide range of services from consulting and engineering design to energy engineering, procurement and construction for power, water, nuclear, renewables and more. We connect knowledge and experience to deliver holistic solutions that modernize infrastructure and improve communities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm with a strong emphasis on collaboration, career growth and inclusion.

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You will be part of a global team that supports your growth and career ambitions, working on groundbreaking projects both locally and globally. We offer cutting-edge technology, a network of experts, and strong training and development programs to expand your technical and leadership skills. We value respect, collaboration and community, with opportunities to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we value your potential and keep all information confidential according to EEO guidelines.