Structural Engineer - Substation

Overview

Structural Engineer (Substation) - Hybrid (Phoenixville, PA)

At NV5, we understand the intricacies of substation management and offer tailored expertise to address these challenges head-on. Leveraging cutting-edge technology and advanced methodologies, we provide comprehensive solutions to enhance substation performance and reliability.

By harnessing our expertise and cutting-edge technology, NV5 empowers utility substations to overcome challenges, enhance reliability, and meet the demands of an evolving energy landscape.

As our Structural Engineer, you will be a design engineer for new and ongoing substation projects. You will support multiple projects simultaneously given direction from a lead engineer or project manager. You will be working in small project teams to provide exceptional customer service and quality in deliverables to our clients.

You will contribute to the analysis and design of all structural elements within the substation, including steel structures, foundations, and anchorage. They also contribute to the design of transmission line steel lattice towers, steel poles, and foundations.

This role will be based in our Phoenixville, PA office.  This role will begin as in-office but can progress to hybrid as the employee becomes more integrated with the team.  

Join us in embracing innovative solutions that drive efficiency and resilience in substation management.

Responsibilities

Other responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with teams of engineers, designers, and drafters to complete project deliverables.
• Coordinate design work with other engineering disciplines.
• Meet client expectations for budget and schedule while delivering a quality product.
• Increase proficiency in relevant design, modeling, and analysis software applications such as RISA, FAD Tools, LPile, Mathcad, PLS software suite, and AutoCAD.
• Increase knowledge of local codes and industry standards.
• Assist with budget estimates and write-ups for proposals.

Qualifications

Which qualifications are we seeking?

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering. (Preferred)
• EIT Certificate (Preferred).
• 2+ years of structural design engineering experience within substation, transmission, bridges, or buildings design experience.
• Experience with at least one of the following: RISA, MathCAD, and/or PLS software suite.

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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