Civil/Structural Substation Engineer

Join DEA's Energy Business Unit and Drive Innovation in Renewable Energy and Power

Are you passionate about and driven to create a sustainable future? At David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA), we are dedicated to delivering innovative and reliable energy solutions. Our Energy Business Unit is seeking a talented Civil/Structural Substation Engineer to work within a multi-discipline team to develop efficient and reliable design of civil activities. The Engineer will coordinate his/her design activities to maintain project schedules and ensure successful project execution for renewable energy and power delivery projects throughout the Midwest and western United States.

Why DEA?

David Evans and Associates, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned, multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm with a rich history of over 45 years. We are committed to improving the quality of life and demonstrating stewardship of the built and natural environments. Our team of creative professionals works together to understand client needs, provide innovative thinking, and deliver extraordinary service that exceeds expectations.

About the Role:

The location for this hybrid-friendly position is flexible with a preference for individuals who are based near one of DEA's offices in California, Colorado, Idaho, Oregon, Texas, Utah, or Washington. Fully remote may be considered depending on circumstances. Some travel for project execution may be required.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Performs all aspects of substation structural design, including preparation of steel performance drawings, fabrication drawings, and foundation design
• Shall understand and adhere to client standards and processes while working individually or within a team to complete complex and technically challenging designs
• Reviewing internal and external designs for code compliance, good design practice and constructability,
• Preparing project specifications for material and equipment purchase and installation,
• Resolving site queries, attending site meetings and performing site inspections during the construction phase of projects
• Maintaining complete project documentation with respect to civil/structural design and construction, including all completion packages, as-built requirements and return data information
• Perform QA/QC for deliverables to clients
• Support the mentorship and training of other team members
• Making and maintaining appropriate commitments to project teams and coordinating design activities with multi-disciplined project team members,
• Maintaining good working relationships with internal groups that support projects such as Procurement, Drafting, Project Management, etc
• Maintaining good working relationships with clients, material suppliers, contractors, and any others that affect the quality, schedule and cost of projects

Basic Qualifications:

• BSCE (Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering) degree from an ABET accredited university
• 8+ years of civil or structural substation design
• Proficiency with structural analysis, concrete design, steel design, soil mechanics and foundation design
• Proficiency in structural modeling software such as STADD Pro and foundation design software such as LPile is a plus
• Working knowledge of 3D civil software such as AutoCad Civil 3D a plus

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Engineering License

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance.
• Health Savings and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contribution.
• Support for continuing education and training opportunities.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)/Holiday Pay.
• 401k and Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
• Flexible 9/80 (every other Friday off) work schedule.
• Holistic Wellbeing Program with a focus on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health.
• Opportunity for growth with support and mentoring to help achieve professional goals.

Salary Range: $103,000 - $156,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience; will vary by location.

About DEA's Energy Business Unit:

Our Energy Business Unit partners with utility and transportation clients, developers, and construction contractors to provide power delivery and renewable energy infrastructure solutions so our communities and end users can access safe, reliable, affordable power. Our team has been delivering integrated design and project development solutions for over 40 years, meeting technical, financial, and political objectives for traditional and renewable energy facilities. Our capabilities focus on serving the power, renewable energy, transportation, and data center markets. We provide planning and design engineering services for low, medium, and high voltage facilities up to 500 kV.

Join Us:

At DEA, we believe in fostering a collaborative and supportive environment where you can thrive and grow. If you are passionate about SCADA systems and eager to make a difference in the renewable energy space, we encourage you to apply and join our team in shaping the future of energy.

Potential office locations include: Denver, CO; Boise, ID; Bend, OR; Corvallis, OR; Portland, OR; Salem, OR; Salt Lake City, UT; Bellevue, WA; Everett, WA; Seattle, WA; Tacoma, WA; Spokane, WA; Woodinville, WA.