Permanent
Principal Structural Engineer
Posted on 26 March 25 by Beth Tong-Miller
- Akron/Canton, Ohio
- $ - $
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Job Description
We are looking for a proactive and skilled Principal Structural Engineer for our client. In this full-time salaried position, you will be responsible for designing structures, foundations, overhead wires, and site grading plans for electrical substations and transmission lines. You will ensure that all designs comply with applicable codes and standards while collaborating with customer representatives and Project Management Teams to meet project specifications and requirements. This role can be located in the greater Akron/Canton OH area or Muskegee OK.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and interpret drawings for transmission structures, foundations, hardware assemblies, and aluminum bus systems.
- Review drawings for substation equipment, ensuring compliance with customer specifications and design codes.
- Utilize PLS Pole and PLS-CADD software for modeling and analysis of transmission structures.
- Problem-solve issues related to design, construction, and compliance.
- Create and verify material list descriptions for transmission lines.
- Address technical questions from construction managers, field staff, and customers.
- Travel periodically for project meetings and site visits to ensure proper design implementation.
Expectations:
- Deliver quality work within deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Interact professionally with colleagues and clients.
- Contribute effectively as a team member on assigned projects.
- Communicate regularly with project teams regarding designs, concerns, and progress.
- Participate in ongoing education and training to enhance skills.
- Be willing to travel occasionally for active job sites.
- Maintain a clean driving record, as use of company vehicles is required.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in civil, mechanical, or structural engineering.
- 3 to 5 years of experience in the Electrical Substation and Transmission Lines Industry.
- PE License preferred, but at a minimum, an EIT studying for the PE is required.
- Proficiency in PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole, and standard steel shape design software.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of PLS, RISA 3D, Mathcad, STAAD or other structural software.
- Knowledge of AutoCAD or other relevant drafting software.
- Experience in steel and concrete structural design.
- Familiarity with industry standards.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.