Lead Principal Substation Structural Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in North Carolina.

📋 Description

• Lead and assist in the engineering and design of substations, switchyards, and various electrical infrastructure projects.

• Conduct engineering calculations and create analytical models for the design of structural steel and concrete.

• Collaborate with Project Engineers and Project Managers regarding workload forecasts, design timelines, and budgets for civil/structural work activities.

• Generate task and effort estimates to support proposals.

• Contribute to the business development strategy focused on substations and high-voltage electrical infrastructure.

• Oversee the civil/structural design team and ensure the completion of engineering drawings.

• Work cross-functionally on general arrangements, vendor procurement packages, and related deliverables.

• Establish, update, and implement group-specific standards.

• Prepare technical reports and presentations that detail research findings and recommendations.

• Draft project technical specifications and contract documents.

• Review and validate work produced by peers and the team.

• Provide support for AECOM’s Energy Practice and Power Delivery Initiative.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field, along with 8 years of relevant experience, or equivalent education and/or experience.

• Proven experience in structural design for power delivery infrastructure.

• Background in substation projects.

• Possession of a P.E. license.

• In-depth knowledge of industry codes and standards, such as 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, and NEC.

• Demonstrated experience in engaging with complex, multi-discipline programs/projects and CAD teams.

• Familiarity with executing work in 3D model environments.

• Experience in modeling, analyzing, and designing steel structures and foundations.

• Structural design experience for both overhead and underground transmission and distribution systems.

• Knowledge of various voltage levels, including 4kV, 12kV, 138kV, 230kV, and 500kV.

• Proficient in AutoCAD.

• Experience with structural analysis and design software like Staad.PRO, SAP2000, MFAD, and L-Pile.

• Ability to work with remote teams.

• Experience in full EPC and Design/Build projects from inception to completion.

• Experience as an Owner’s Engineer.

• Familiarity with retrofit or brownfield projects.

• Willingness to travel occasionally to other AECOM locations and client sites.

• Sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization is not available now or in the future.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.

• Life and AD&D insurance.

• Disability benefits.

• Paid time off.

• Leaves of absence.

• Voluntary benefits and perks.

• Flexible work options.

• Well-being resources.

• Employee assistance program.

• Business travel insurance.

• Service recognition awards.

• Retirement savings plan.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Award-winning training and development programs.

• In-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location.