We’re working with a fully integrated electrical power system services firm that provides end-to-end solutions across utility, renewables and battery storage, industrial, petrochemical, and other markets, headquartered in Houston, TX.
Offering deep subject matter expertise and an engineering-led approach to designing, installing, testing, and maintaining medium and high-voltage electrical infrastructure, this key client is now seeking a professional, dedicated individual with a positive outlook for their Structural Engineer opening in their Clear Lake office.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Develop complex structural engineering plans, details, and calculations for renewable energy and substation projects.
• Design concrete foundations and steel structures, including standard shapes and tapered tubular sections, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations across various environmental and geotechnical parameters.
• Demonstrate a strong working knowledge of NESC transmission loads and loading combinations.
• Apply advanced understanding of substation general arrangements and physical components.
• Independently utilize extensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
• Oversee multiple projects within a portfolio, ensuring quality and conformity to standards.
• Serve as the main point of contact for project teams on assigned portfolios.
• Independently evaluate, select, and apply standard procedures and criteria.
• Develop work plans for project tasks and manage discipline team members.
• Act as the Engineer of Record for substation projects.
• Provide cross-functional support to the PV/BESS team on utility-scale solar and storage projects as needed.
• Delegate tasks to and direct less experienced team members to complete assignments.
• Assist in preparing proposals to provide professional services.
• Mentor staff engineers, providing guidance on complex or unconventional problems and new approaches.
• Attend project meetings, presenting engineering aspects with proficiency and confidence.
• Meet deliverables and deadlines while performing essential duties.
• Ensure compliance with company, industry, trade, and jurisdictional safety standards, practices, and codes.
• Perform additional duties as assigned or directed.
Experience, Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or Engineering Technology of equivalent degree path
• Professional Engineering Licensure highly preferred; SE licensure preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in substation structural engineering design.
• Proficiency in software tools such as RISA 2D/3D/Foundation, Enercalc, L-PILE, or similar.
• Strong familiarity with relevant codes and standards including ASCE 113, ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC 360/341, IBC, and NDS.
• Ability to interpret site studies, geotechnical reports, and civil, structural, and architectural drawings.
• In-depth knowledge of steel structures, drilled piers, and shallow foundations.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to be both creative and analytical.
• Detail-oriented and accurate.
• Efficient time management skills, capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously with minimal supervision.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and plan effectively to meet all deadlines.
Company where our people enjoy their jobs!
Our client is an employee focused company. They regularly hold office BBQs, company fishing tournaments, casino parties for employees, a company Christmas party, and anything they can think of that fosters a culture of unity, growth, and professionalism.
Benefits:
Our client offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, short term disability, life insurance, 401K with Matching, flexible benefit account, and an outstanding work environment.
