Leidos - Chicago, IL
posted 2 months ago
We are in search of a Junior Substation Civil/Structural Engineer to join our diverse and fast-paced organization. As a core team member, you will be interacting with other electric utility disciplines, playing a valuable part in leading and designing high voltage utility Civil Substation projects. Our recognition as an industry leader is confirmed by the latest national rankings by Engineering News-Record (ENR) ranking Leidos within the Top 10 T&D Firms, and Top 10 Power Firms. This position offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing for 2-3 days a week in the office, with additional location options including Portland, OR, Walled Lake, MI, Houston, TX, and Orlando, FL. Successful candidates can look forward to a fast-paced, diverse work environment and flexible work hours/work arrangements. Managers will encourage career development and growth, including opportunities to obtain an Engineer in Training Certificate (EIT), Professional Engineer License (PE), Project Management Professional (PMP), and access to both technical and non-technical training opportunities. You will also have the chance to lead, grow, and inspire a dynamic team. The candidate must have a strong educational background in the design of steel structures, concrete structures, geotechnical engineering, and foundations. Experience with substation structure design, rigid bus design, foundation design, site development, oil spill containment design, and design of retaining walls, masonry control shelters, and fire-walls is a plus. This position will involve direct design of civil/structural components in support of the development of bid/construction packages for substation projects. You will primarily perform design calculations and develop construction-grade engineering design drawings regularly, under the supervision of a licensed civil engineer. Site visits to client substation facilities are expected, along with occasional travel for client meetings and industry-related events. Compliance with quality control and safe work practices is essential, as is maintaining compliance with project scope, schedule, and budget expectations. This position will be a member of a design team comprised of engineers, designers, and drafting technicians.