[Hiring] Structural Designer @NEI Electric Power Engineering

Role Description

As a Structural Designer in the Renewable Structural group, you will be responsible for the design and detailing of steel, concrete, and foundation systems for utility-scale solar, wind, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and substations nationwide. This position will work collaboratively with engineers and multi-disciplinary teams to develop high-quality construction deliverables. Structural Designers are responsible for drafting and modeling in a manner that ensures accurate, buildable, and cost-effective designs are delivered on time and within budget.

This opportunity is available to local / in-office (Lakewood, Colorado) and full-time remote candidates.

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform detailed structural design and drafting for utility-scale renewable projects, including:
  • Steel racking systems and supports for PV solar arrays
  • Wind turbine foundations, anchor bolt layouts, and tower interface details
  • BESS enclosure foundations and steel support structures
  • Substation steel structures, bus supports, equipment stands, and transmission pole framing
• Produce structural drawing packages including:
  • General arrangement drawings, foundation plans/sections, reinforcing details
  • Steel framing plans, elevations, and connection details
  • Structure loading diagrams, fabrication drawings, and installation details
• Support engineers with preparation of design calculations, construction details, and material take-offs
• Check and coordinate designs to ensure accuracy, constructability, and compliance with project specifications and codes
• Assist with review of vendor/shop drawings and submittals for conformance with project requirements
• Perform limited field inspections to verify as-built conditions and support construction teams
• Collaborate across disciplines (civil, electrical, and mechanical) to ensure alignment between site design and structural systems
• Apply knowledge of relevant Codes and Standards (IBC, ACI, AISC, ASCE 7, IEEE, etc.)
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Education: Associates degree in related field preferred
• Experience: 3 – 5+ years of drafting, design, engineering, or related experience
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite required
• A strong command of the English language
• Possesses effective written and oral communications skills
• Good interpersonal and people skills
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Requirements

• Proficiency with and/or knowledge of modeling and design software PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE would be a plus
• Proficiency with Civil 3D would be a plus
• Proficiency with MicroStation would be a plus

Working Conditions

• Work Environment: Work is performed in an office setting and some field work may be required
• Travel: Minimal: 0 – 10%
• Physical Activities: Must be able to lift 25lbs.
• Team Member is responsible for managing their own work schedule with input from their supervisor and completing assigned tasks.
• Team Member should identify discrepancies in assigned work and bring to attention of supervisor or engineer responsible for the project in a timely manner.
• Team Member’s work product should be self-checked in a manner that is suitable for review by the supervisor or engineer responsible for the project.

Benefits

• 100% Employer paid team member premiums for Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching; 100% immediate vesting
• Annual & discretionary bonus programs
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Employer paid licensure (FE/PE), certifications, seminars, & conferences
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Eight (8) paid holidays including a floating holiday to use at your discretion
• Annual Team Building
• Hybrid work environment with remote flexibility
• Career development, training, and coaching opportunities
• Pet insurance