Job Title:
Senior Structural Engineer
Location:
Remote (U.S. based)
FLSA Classification
Exempt
Job Description:
Orbital Engineering is seeking a talented Senior Structural Engineer to provide
technical support and direction for our Substation Design Team. This REMOTE
WORK position requires demonstrated leadership, engineering/design competency, a
strong desire to learn, and a strong aptitude for design automation.
Additionally, the position requires excellent communication, leadership and
client relation skills. Candidates with a PE or SE license are strongly
preferred. While experience in the electric utility industry is not required,
it is preferred.
The ideal candidate will provide leadership and oversight of substation
engineering and consulting services for clients across the US. Primary
responsibilities focus on creating structural design deliverables, reviewing
calculation packages, establishing department engineering standards,
accelerating engineering delivery through automation, and supporting project
bidding estimates. Projects range in size, complexity, and voltage class from
small equipment upgrades to large projects in transmission and distribution
substations. The candidate may prepare, provide guidance, or assist in preparing
and developing the engineering deliverables for electric substation projects.
This position provides leadership and mentorship to other team members and
contributes to the technical development of the group as well as the quality of
our deliverables. May serve as project lead or independent reviewer for projects
assigned.
Essential Functions
Utilizes understanding of the industry standard work practices, client
standards, and/or other applicable guidelines to complete engineering
designs.
Substation Structural Design including, foundations, structural steel,
equipment layouts, plans, sections, details, and bills of material.
Act as project lead or independent reviewer for projects assigned.
Provide technical support for clients and support regional business
development initiatives as a technical resource under the direction of the
Department Manager.
Lead and mentor teams of engineers and designers and assume responsibility
for their success on projects.
Support creation of proposals and scope development.
Work in a project team environment with other engineers and designers
involved in detailed electrical design and project management of utility
substation projects.
Participate in project conceptualization, work planning, and project
execution.
Establish, maintain, and improve structural engineering standards,
calculation templates, design criteria, review procedures, and quality
expectations for the department.
Calculations for studies and reports and preparation of equipment and
installation specifications.
Coordination of design activities with other disciplines and groups.
Develop, improve, and champion engineering processes, tools, and technology
that increase quality, consistency, efficiency, and scalability across the
department.
Introduce design automation workflows to integrate engineering calculations,
modeling, design deliverables, quality checks, and production tools into
repeatable, scalable processes.
Provide leadership, training and mentoring to other engineers and team
members.
Regularly meet and correspond with clients or external partners.
Perform quality reviews for other engineers and designers.
Conduct field visits for site walkdowns, constructability reviews,
construction support, and other site meetings as needed.
Support business development and marketing initiatives.
Other duties may include 3D modeling and design, engineering automation
initiatives, development of reusable tools or templates, or involvement in
industry and professional technical committees.
Work with Project Management team to develop project plans and provide
project updates.
Other Duties
Please note that this job posting does not list all duties and responsibilities
that are required of this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any
time with or without notice.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or
university, or a related field with equivalent experience.
Position to be filled at an appropriate level according to candidate
experience (Master’s degree may be considered as portion of total
experience).
Engineer IV – 5+ years related experience
Senior Engineer I 7+ years related experience & PE Required
Senior Engineer II 10+ years related experience & PE Required
Senior Engineer III 15+ years related experience & PE Required
Professional Engineer or Structural Engineer licensure strongly preferred
Proficiency with relevant codes and standards.
Experience with structural steel, reinforced concrete, masonry and/or
foundation design.
Working knowledge of FEA/FEM analytical software, Hilti PROFIS, Mathcad,
structural analysis tools, 3D modeling platforms, and engineering automation
or scripting workflows.
Demonstrated interest in applying technology to engineering delivery,
including design automation, parametric modeling, scripting, data-driven
quality checks, or workflow optimization.
Demonstrated ability to effectively organize multiple complex assignments and
competing priorities to produce accurate products on time.
Ability to collaborate in cross-functional work teams.
The successful candidate must have exceptional analytical and decision-making
skills, and a successful record of positive interactions with clients.
Ability to lead staff, delegate assignments and drive positive results.
Experience in creating and reviewing structural design drawings.
Ability to successfully work with remotely located team members.
This position requires the ability to pass a post-offer drug (including
marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations and is
also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment.
Location Note:
This is a remote position. Compensation is based on market data and internal
equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s location.
Salary Range:
$120,000-200,000 annually (based on experience, qualifications, and location)
Benefits:
A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive
salary, career advancement opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package
designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Our
benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; a
401(k)-retirement savings plan; and supplemental insurance options. We also
provide company-paid life and AD&D insurance, company-paid short-term disability
coverage, and a generous paid time off program to ensure you have the support
and flexibility you need both professionally and personally.
About Orbital:
Powered by People, Driven by Solutions
Since 1969, Orbital has been specializing in project development, project
execution and asset management for the heavy industrial sectors and utilities.
Our regional offices, hands-on mentality, and world-wide integrated teams
provide an ability to leverage subject matter experts and industry
best-practices wherever a project may lie geographically. Our focus steadfastly
remains on finding and delivering the best solution, regardless of where that
team sits across our organization. At Orbital, our power is our people.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do
not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender,
sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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