Structural Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Immediate W2 contract position available in Birmingham, AL / Hybrid.
Estimated Duration: 12 months

• The position is responsible for structural design work supporting the Company's Transmission and Distribution Substation Design Group as well as providing support to the Transmission Line Design Group.
• The engineer will produce engineering drawings, specifications, and material requirements for structural steel and concrete foundations etc. with an emphasis on safety quality, scheduling, and costs.
• The position will require some travel (approximately 15%) and will require the ability to work successfully in a remote/virtual environment with access to internet service when not in the office.

Desired Qualifications:

• The Structural Engineer 2/3 position requires 5-10 years heavy industrial/power plant experience and an accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Job responsibilities include providing structural engineering services and field support, conducting preparation of designs and calculations, conducting site walk downs of construction sites, developing cost estimates and material takeoffs, providing schedule and staffing input for projects, and producing and checking structural steel design calculations and drawings.
• Skillsets and expertise required for this position include detailed knowledge of structural steel and concrete design principles and industry methodologies, significant structural steel connection design experience, proficiency with structural codes and standards, extensive knowledge of heavy industrial structures and components, strong computer skills - proficiency with structural computer programs such as STAAD PRO, proficiency with OSHA regulations, able to coordinate and manage multiple small to mid-sized, single or multi-discipline projects, able to perform structural inspections and provide written report, strong problem solving and decision making abilities, and the ability to build effective relationships with plant staff, design engineering staff and/or vendors.

Major Job Responsibilities Include:

• Make SAFETY our number one priority using a “Safety First” mentality and leading by example.
• Prepare high quality calculation and design packages needed to construct substation and transmission line facilities using CAD-based tools, based on the Company design standards.
• The Engineer in the Transmission Civil Design organization will be responsible for designing and analyzing new or modified existing substation structures.
• The Engineer will be expected to perform reinforced concrete design and structural steel analysis/design on an as needed basis.
• The Engineer will work with other engineers to help in their development and knowledge transfer.
• Coordinate and communicate with other departments associated with Civil Design.
• Interact with manufacturers, vendors, and Southern Company committee members to resolve standards and material issues.
• Provide support to Constructions Services, Substation Construction, Transmission Line Construction, Field Services, Project Management and Substation Maintenance.
• Perform site visits for projects, including pre-construction meetings, during construction and post-construction.
• Some overnight travel may be required.
• Participate in design review meetings.
• Provide work direction and oversight for designers and drafters.
• Support Company’s design criteria and standardization effort.
• Handling multiple tasks simultaneously, setting priorities, and using effective time management and organizational skills to achieve project team goals.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering is required.
• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certification or Professional Engineering License preferred.

Experience:

• 5 plus years of experience in structural steel and concrete design required.
• Experience in industrial and/or commercial structural engineering required.
• Experience with seismic, wind and vibration analysis is preferred.
• Prior foundation design experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Working knowledge of AISC, ASCE, ACI codes.
• Working knowledge of AWS welding standards.
• Working knowledge of OSHA codes as it relates to steel design.
• Understanding of ANSYS, MathCAD and STAAD Pro.
• Understanding of deep foundation design utilizing AllPile, LPILE, FAD Tools.
• Experience with analyzing steel connections.
• Experience in reinforced concrete design.
• Design experience in transmission line structures and/or foundations is a plus but not required.

General:

• Computer skills to be proficient with standard office software applications.
• Must be a self-starter and exhibit strong problem-solving skills.
• Must demonstrate excellent communication skills (oral & written) and the ability to communicate technical issues simply.
• Must work well in a team environment and have the ability to develop and build relationships at all levels.
• Interpersonal skills sufficient to build working relationships with peers, internal customers, and the general public.
• Must possess effective time management and organizational skills sufficient to manage multiple projects with various priorities and competing deadlines.
• Must demonstrate a customer focus with a willingness to meet the needs of our customers and solicit feedback.
• Ability to be an effective mentor to others and teach job-related skills.

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Model Our Values: Safety First, Act With Integrity, Intentional Inclusion, and Superior Performance.
• Conduct all activities with a focus on providing value to our customers.
• Take personal responsibility for their projects and customer issues.
• Follow through on all aspects of assignments to ensure a quality product and increased value is delivered to our customers.
• Exhibit and promote a positive, "can do" attitude.
• Commitment as a team member to building and maintaining an Inclusive work environment.

Work Location:

• This position will be based out of Birmingham, AL.
• This position will require a mix of both field and office work.

We provide supplemental employees to the region's most sought after power projects. We credit our success to the commitment we show to our job applicants. E Group Recruiters are here to make sure your job search experience is the best it can be. Our recruiters are experts in knowing what the client manager is looking for in a resume, what bill rate the market will bear, and how to make your application stand out among the rest. Our personal touch continues even after we've found the perfect job for you. All full-time employees are eligible to pay for full health and retirement benefits including BC/BS health and dental insurance, life and disability insurances, and 401K with an immediately vested match is available. We have a dedicated team to guide you through these benefits.

Company Description

We provide supplemental employees to the region's most sought after power projects. We credit our success to the commitment we show to our job applicants. E Group Recruiters are here to make sure your job search experience is the best it can be. Our recruiters are experts in knowing what the client manager is looking for in a resume, what bill rate the market will bear, and how to make your application stand out among the rest. Our personal touch continues even after we've found the perfect job for you. All full-time employees are eligible to pay for full health and retirement benefits including BC/BS health and dental insurance, life and disability insurances, and 401K with an immediately vested match is available. We have a dedicated team to guide you through these benefits.