Lead Civil​/Structural Engineer

Company Overview

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering (WM) is a 100% employee-owned ESOP and one of the largest and most well-established engineering companies in the United States. When you join WM you become part of a company that is:

• 100% employee-owned with 40+ years of industry history
• Rated as a top System Integrator Giant

This position will provide technical oversight of both below- and above-ground civil and structural responsibilities related to civil and structural steel design. Projects will range in size, complexity, and voltage (i.e. 12kV–500kV). Example projects may include breaker replacements, substation bay expansion, or greenfield substations.

• Provide civil & structural design for a variety of projects supporting client compliance with state and federal regulations
• Design and analyze structural systems that include reinforced concrete, structural steel (enclosure base, stairs/platforms, substation structures), aluminum, masonry, cold-formed metal framing
• Design and study foundations and site infrastructure elements including shallow foundations, deep foundations and retaining walls
• Review and comment on structural work products/submittals such as plan sets, technical memos, calculations, reports, comment logs, site review checklists and photos in support of Owner's Engineering Review work
• Actively involved in all structural project aspects including design/study development, construction management, project management, RFI's/RFPs/Submittals and client meetings, as needed
• Assist other Senior Engineers and Project Managers in the production of project plans, specifications, scheduling, budgeting, technical memorandums and cost estimates
• Mentor and lead junior engineers and designers to produce project documents and encourage individuals' growth within the team
• Conduct site visits, surveys and inspections, and assist with data collection, compilation and assessment
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, cities/clients, and other public agencies
• Apply quality assurance and quality control processes

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer

• Proven ability to supervise, motivate, mentor, and optimize in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Goal oriented and focused
• Strong drive, energy, enthusiasm, and proactive style
• Entrepreneurial and/or business background
• Experience managing technical projects of various sizes
• Experience contributing to proposals and business development efforts
• Strong leadership and client relations skills
• Excellent communication (written and oral) & interpersonal skills
• Proven ability with problem solving and decision making
• Personal credibility to quickly establish successful relationships within the team and with customers
• Strong budget management and financial reporting skills

• 10+ years engineering experience providing civil/structural design of energy related projects
• Experience using computer assisted engineering and design software to prepare engineering and design documents (examples include software such as AutoCAD)
• Demonstrated ability to use 3-dimensional structural analysis and design using Risa‑3D or similar software
• Demonstrated ability to use structural design software for structural steel, reinforced concrete, foundations and retaining walls
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Bluebeam software
• Familiarity with current structural design codes such as IBC, ASCE, AISC, ACI, etc.
• Work on the detailed design for Industrial and Utility low, medium and high voltage generation, distribution and transmission electrical systems
• Provide control enclosure manufacturing support and designs such as building base, anchorage, foundations, etc.
• Engineering, Project Management, and Construction detailed cost estimating
• Develop detailed proposals for contract engineering opportunities
• Develop detailed proposals for Owner's Engineer, Project Management, Construction Management, and Project Controls opportunities
• Lead junior staff in engineering and design efforts
• Communicate effectively with WM employees and clients alike

Hybrid mix of standard office environment and work-from-home: frequent use of work computer, facsimiles, copy machines, and other office equipment. The ability to travel for client/project needs is strongly preferred.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Basic Life
• Supplemental Life and AD&D
• Long Term Disability
• Voluntary Short Term Disability
• Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• 401(k)/Profit Sharing
• 100% ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Will Preparation Resources
• Worldwide Travel Assistance

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