Structural Engineer (Renewable Structural) (62556)

Summary

NEI Electric Power Engineering, Inc. is an engineering services firm that serves clients and solves problems through collaborative, quality-focused work. The Structural Engineer will design renewable generation and utility substation facilities while managing project scope, schedules, budgets, design packages, QA/QC, internal coordination, and client communication.

Responsibilities

• Oversees project planning, scheduling, and coordination for small to large-scale substation projects, while leading client communication, aligning on expectations, and partnering with Team Leads to manage resources, budgets, and timelines
• Manages internal scope of work, tracking progress, identifying risks, and ensuring alignment with client expectations through regular technical updates and reporting
• Leads the production and initial QA/QC review of comprehensive design packages, including steel structures, MPT foundations, concrete slabs, and drilled piers, ensuring technical accuracy prior to final quality review
• Coordinates with internal stakeholders to ensure timely completion of engineering deliverables
• Provides training and mentorship to junior team members, fostering technical growth and team development
• Develops and maintains strong client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business
• Maintains high ethical and professional standards in all aspects of work
• Participates in professional development activities including conferences, workshops, and continuing education as needed
• Performs detailed structural design for all aspects of electric power supply facilities including utility, industrial and commercial substations
• Conducts hand and computer-based calculations and modeling for structural components, including steel structures, drilled piers, footings, slabs, and mat foundations
• Prepares and reviews technical specifications for materials, construction, and steel components
• Prepares technical documentation including cost estimates, proposals, studies, and budget reports
• Performs field inspection and construction supervision services
• Reviews and checks the work of designers, drafters, and field personnel for quality and accuracy
• Understanding and applications of applicable Codes and Standards
• Applies relevant codes and standards to ensure structural designs meet regulatory and industry requirements
• Works with other project team members to produce project deliverables as assigned
• Attends safety training and consistently adheres to all safety protocols and guidelines

Skills

• **Education:** Bachelor's in Civil/Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology from an accredited institution, electric power option preferred
• **Experience: 0-2** years of relevant engineering or field experience
• Strong understanding of structural analysis, including steel, concrete and foundation design
• Familiar with corrosion analysis of steel piles
• Ability to develop staff through mentoring
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Project
• Must be self-motivated, well-organized, and a skilled decision maker that is comfortable in a fast-paced design environment
• Possesses excellent problem-solving skills
• Commercial understanding of the engineering or construction industries
• Possesses effective written and oral communications skills
• Good interpersonal and people skills
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
• **Work Environment:** | Work is performed in an office setting and some field work is also required
• **Travel:** | Minimal: 0 – 10%
• **Physical Activities:** **Managerial Responsibility:** | Must be able to lift 25lbs
• **Licensure:** FE, PE is a plus, but not required
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, SAP2000, L-Pile, MathCad, and PLS-CADD is a plus
• Possess a strong understanding of the ASCE 7 loading and applicable IBC, ACI, AISC, ANSI, ASTM, IEC, and IEEE
• Proficiency with AutoCAD required or can obtain within six (6) months of employment
• Proficiency or can obtain proficiency within six (6) months of employment with SAP2000, STAAD, Revit, Risa3D, L-pile, or other structural analysis software

Qualifications

Must Haves

• **Education:** Bachelor's in Civil/Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology from an accredited institution, electric power option preferred
• **Experience: 0-2** years of relevant engineering or field experience
• Strong understanding of structural analysis, including steel, concrete and foundation design
• Familiar with corrosion analysis of steel piles
• Ability to develop staff through mentoring
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Project
• Must be self-motivated, well-organized, and a skilled decision maker that is comfortable in a fast-paced design environment
• Possesses excellent problem-solving skills
• Commercial understanding of the engineering or construction industries
• Possesses effective written and oral communications skills
• Good interpersonal and people skills
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
• **Work Environment:** | Work is performed in an office setting and some field work is also required
• **Travel:** | Minimal: 0 – 10%
• **Physical Activities:** **Managerial Responsibility:** | Must be able to lift 25lbs

Nice to Haves

• **Licensure:** FE, PE is a plus, but not required
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, SAP2000, L-Pile, MathCad, and PLS-CADD is a plus
• Possess a strong understanding of the ASCE 7 loading and applicable IBC, ACI, AISC, ANSI, ASTM, IEC, and IEEE
• Proficiency with AutoCAD required or can obtain within six (6) months of employment
• Proficiency or can obtain proficiency within six (6) months of employment with SAP2000, STAAD, Revit, Risa3D, L-pile, or other structural analysis software

Benefits

• 100% Employer paid team member premiums for Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching; 100% immediate vesting
• Annual & discretionary bonus programs
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Employer paid licensure (FE/PE), certifications, seminars, & conferences
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Eight (8) paid holidays including a floating holiday to use at your discretion
• Annual Team Building
• Hybrid work environment with remote flexibility
• Career development, training, and coaching opportunities
• Pet insurance