Civil Engineer- Site Development

Division Overview:

Ampirical’s Substation Engineering Division has recognized national expertise in the planning and design of new substations and high voltage electrical substations and switchyards. The mixture of our talents to offer all aspects of substation/switchyard design services, our trained resources to get the job done, and technical knowledge allows us to design a multitude of solutions to fit the client’s needs.

Job Summary:

The Substation Site Engineer works within a multi-discipline team to develop efficient and reliable design of site, drainage, and access for Substation facilities. This engineer is accountable for developing substation site related drawings in accordance with customer scope of work and standards, industry standards and best practices, and local zoning development codes ensuring minimal cost, durability, and constructability of site. This engineer will provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to less experienced engineers within the department. This engineer will be responsible for all phases of designing sites for electrical transmission, switching, and distribution substations for the electric utility industry. Tasks may include permitting and supporting construction and establishing substation material and construction standards.

What we Offer:

We offer a highly competitive compensation & benefits package for all full-time employees. Below are some highlights of our benefits package:

The salary range for this position is $100,000-$150,000, depending on relevant experience, education, and qualifications. We also offer semi-annual profit-sharing bonuses based on company profits to share in the mutual success!

- Medical, Dental, and Vision effective your 1st day of employment

- 401(k) with company match with immediate vesting

- 80 hours of PTO and 40 hours of sick time

- 10 paid holiday days

- Flexible work schedule with option of a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off

- Opportunity for advancement and career growth

- Employer-sponsored Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

- Gym Membership Stipend

- Tuition Reimbursement

- Wellness Program

- Pet Insurance

- Fertility Benefits

Who You Are:

- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET accredited university.

- 4+ years of experience engineering/designing site facilities preferably within the Utilities or Energy industry.

- Experience using Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D software to develop site designs and produce 2D drawings.

- EIT certification preferred but not required

- FE Certified

- California PE Certification is a plus.

Duties and Responsibilities:

- Deliver accurate civil site engineering designs for electrical substation facilities that meet industry and client standards and applicable codes.

- Perform quality reviews of civil engineering work for both peers/sub-contractors on assigned projects.

- May act as lead engineer and/or engineer of record (with PE) for projects.

- Design substation sites to include site plans, storm water management, grading and drainage, retention / detention ponds, access roads, permits, and other site related functions.

- Prepare bid and construction drawing packages.

- Review incoming submittals for alignment with design and constructability of methods.

- May manage the development of project proposals, bid preparation, project schedules, etc.

- Assist project team during construction on site development issues.

- Travel to client site as needed.

- Substation Design: Perform duties associated with all phases of substation design work, including (but not limited to): station sighting, site preparation, physical and electrical facilities, electrical design, structural design, foundation design, and permitting, for station voltages up to 500kV.

- Project Management: Perform team project management duties and participate on project teams where the team is responsible for project scheduling, cost management, and coordination of all aspects of the project.

- Standards and Specifications: Prepare and maintain substation material, design and construction specifications and standards, incorporating expertise to address unique local environmental requirements.

- Permitting: Ensure permitting requirements are met for projects.

- Communications: Maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels and departments. Ensure smooth operations, productive communications, and effective understanding during all interpersonal contacts. Provide current and accurate information to all requesters, courteously and in a timely manner.

- Technical Support: Provide technical support to other employees and contractors to insure complete and efficient development and construction of substation