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Lead Substation Structural Engineer - Remote (US)

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Aecom2 logoAecom2 · Dallas, TX
Full-timeRemote1mo ago30+ days old, may be filled
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Requirements

  • Professional engineering licensure
  • 10+ years of experience preferred with at least 5 years as structural engineering lead/engineer of record on projects
  • Comprehensive industry codes and standards (e.g. NESC, G.O.95, ASCE 113, ASCE 10, ASCE 48, IEEE 605, IEEE 693, AISC 360, ASCE 7, IBC, ACI 318, RUS, ASCE design guidelines, NEC)
  • Demonstrated experience in participating complex, multi-discipline programs/projects and CAD teams
  • Experience executing work in 3D model environments
  • Progressive professional experience in the modeling, analysis and design of steel structures and foundations
  • Experience must include structural design for overhead and underground transmission and distribution systems
  • Experience with various voltage levels (4kV, 12kV, 138kV, 230kV, 500kV, etc.)
  • Proficiency in PLS-CADD packages (PLS-Tower, PLS-Pole, PLS-Tower, etc.)
  • Experience with structural analysis and design software (e.g. Staad.PRO, SAP2000, MFAD, L-Pile)
  • Experience working with remote teams
  • Experience on full EPC, Design/Build projects from start to finish.
  • Owner's Engineering experience
  • Experience with retrofit or brown field projects
  • Relocation assistance is not available for this role
  • Sponsorship is available for this role
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Benefits

Dental insuranceVision insuranceRemote work optionsFlexible scheduleEquity / stock options

Additional Information

AECOM has a position available for a Lead Structural Engineer to support our growing Energy Practice's Grid Modernization Initiative. For this role, AECOM offers the freedom and flexibility to work remotely and/or be located at a variety of Energy offices in multiple locations across the United States. Our team provides a wide range of civil and structural engineering services across markets sectors including electrical transmission and distribution (OH/UG power systems and substations). We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to develop within and further the technical skills we bring to our new and existing client base. Qualified candidates will have a depth of experience in substation design as well as experience with civil and structural design aspects for heavy industrial clients. The responsibilities of this role also include, but may not be limited to, the following: Acting as the structural lead and engineer of record for substations, switchyards and other electrical infrastructure projects (both green and brown field) Provides technical leadership, supervision and guidance to a technical team with the aim of growing strategically to support a national client base Perform engineering calculations and developing analytical models for both structural steel and concrete design Working with Project Engineers and Project Managers on developing workload forecasts, design schedules and budgets for civil/structural work activities Assists with the developing task and effort estimates for proposal support Contributes to overall business development strategy around substation and high voltage electrical infrastructure Coordination with civil/structural design team to direct completion of engineering drawings. Multi-discipline collaboration on the development of general arrangements, vendor procurement packages and similar Creating, updating, and implementing group specific standards Prepare technical reports and presentations that explain research, findings, and recommendations. Preparation of project technical specifications and contract documents Check and verify work prepared by peer/group Provide mentorship for the other civil/structural engineers and contributes to department standards development Occasional travel required to other AECOM locations and Client sites Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related discipline 8 years of relevant experience in transmission, distribution and substation projects or a demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education


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