Full-Time Structural Engineer (Substation Focus)

AECOM is hiring a remote Full-Time Structural Engineer (Substation Focus). The career level for this job opening is Experienced and is accepting New Orleans, LA based applicants remotely. Read complete job description before applying.

AECOM

Job Title

Structural Engineer (Substation Focus)

Posted

Career Level

Full-Time

Career Level

Experienced

Locations Accepted

New Orleans, LA

Job Details

AECOM has a position available for a Structural Engineer to support our growing Energy Practice’s Grid Modernization Initiative. We offer the freedom and flexibility to work remotely and/or be located at various Energy offices across the US through our Freedom to Grow program.

Our team provides civil and structural engineering services across sectors including electrical transmission & distribution (OH/UG power systems, substations, EV charging networks, microgrid design), renewables (Solar PV, Battery Energy Storage Systems, Wind), industrial process (Oil & Gas, petrochemical), building decarbonization and next generation energy (hydrogen, fuel cells, electrolyzers, etc.).

We seek an enthusiastic individual to develop and further technical skills for our clients.

Responsibilities include:

  • Leading/supporting engineering and design for substations, switchyards, and other electrical infrastructure projects (green and brown field).
  • Performing engineering calculations and developing analytical models for structural steel and concrete design.
  • Working with Project Engineers and Managers on developing workload forecasts, design schedules and budgets for civil/structural work.
  • Assisting with developing task and effort estimates for proposal support.
  • Contributing to overall business development strategy around substations and high-voltage electrical infrastructure.
  • Coordinating with civil/structural design team to direct completion of engineering drawings.
  • Multi-discipline collaboration on general arrangements, vendor procurement packages, etc.
  • Creating, updating, and implementing group specific standards.
  • Preparing technical reports and presentations.
  • Preparing project technical specifications and contract documents.
  • Checking and verifying peer/group work.
  • Occasional travel to other AECOM locations and client sites.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from ABET-accredited college or university.
  • 4 years of relevant experience in transmission, distribution and substation projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Professional engineering license or EIT.
  • 6+ years of experience preferred.
  • 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.
  • Experience in the modeling, analysis and design of steel structures and foundations.
  • Experience with 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.
  • Experience with California Electric Utilities.
  • Experience working on thermal power plant or heavy industrial projects.

Sponsorship is available for this role.

FAQs

What is the last date for applying to the job?

The deadline to apply for Full-Time Structural Engineer (Substation Focus) at AECOM is 17th of January 2025 . We consider jobs older than one month to have expired.

Which countries are accepted for this remote job?

This job accepts [ New Orleans, LA ] applicants. .

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