Lead Substation Structural Engineer

Position Overview

This position is offered to a talented and highly motivated individual who specializes in Structural Design. Must be a synergistic team player and an invaluable resource for Equagen and clients. We aspire to provide a challenging and inspiring work environment for such a candidate in a position that will require detailed, project-specific designs. The purpose of this role is to Lead the design and analysis of structural components in high-voltage and medium voltage substations.

Location

Hybrid (Raleigh, NC)

Job Responsibilities

• Substation Structural Design: Lead the design and analysis of structural components in high-voltage and medium voltage substations, including foundations, support structures, bus structures, and control buildings.
• Code Compliance: Ensure all designs adhere to national and international building codes, electrical industry standards, and safety regulations relevant to high-voltage substations.
• Engineering Calculations: Perform detailed engineering calculations, such as load analysis, seismic analysis, wind loading, and foundation design, to ensure the structural integrity of substation components.
• Design Optimization: Continuously seek opportunities to optimize substation designs, considering cost-effectiveness, constructability, and long-term performance.
• Project Management: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate projects, ensuring timely delivery, and providing technical support during construction and commissioning phases.
• Technical Support: Offer technical expertise and guidance to internal teams and external stakeholders on structural matters related to high-voltage substations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in structural engineering, with a focus on high-voltage substations.
• Proficient in structural analysis software, such as ETABS, L-Pile, STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, etc.
• Solid understanding of national and international building codes and industry standards related to substations (e.g., IEEE, IEC, ASCE, NESC).
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent communication skills to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven project management skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Additional Information

Benefits

• 401(k), PTO, Health, Vision, Dental Plans, Annual Bonus, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement
• Equagen is full-service engineering firm based in the Raleigh, NC area providing engineering services.