What are the responsibilities and job description for the Structural Engineer/ Hydro Generation position at GFT?
What You Will Do
Gannett Fleming is looking for an experienced Structural Engineer/Substation Engineer to join our team in Roseville, CA
The growth and diversification of the Hydro Power and Water Business Line is a top initiative on both a regional and national scale. Our projects involve the design of hydropower and thermal power generation infrastructure, and substation to support the upgrading and expansion of the electrical grid, design of power generation sites, photovoltaic generation sites, and battery storage facilities.
What You’ll Be Challenged To Do
As a Civil/Structural Substation Engineer you will Independently applies advanced theories, concepts, and principles of engineering to resolve crucial issues and unique conditions. Serves as a technical specialist in analyzing the components of projects, establishing design criteria, and executing designs. Responsibilities include:
In This Capacity, Your Responsibilities Will Include
What You Will Bring To Our Firm
The salary range for this role is $104,000-$156,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
Featured Benefits
At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000 of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.
Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.
GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.
Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.
Location: Roseville, CA
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time
Salary Range: $104,000-$156,000
Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location
GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
"California Applicants"
Applicants in the County of Los Angeles - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Applicants in the City of San Francisco - Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Applicants in the State of California - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.
Gannett Fleming is looking for an experienced Structural Engineer/Substation Engineer to join our team in Roseville, CA
The growth and diversification of the Hydro Power and Water Business Line is a top initiative on both a regional and national scale. Our projects involve the design of hydropower and thermal power generation infrastructure, and substation to support the upgrading and expansion of the electrical grid, design of power generation sites, photovoltaic generation sites, and battery storage facilities.
What You’ll Be Challenged To Do
As a Civil/Structural Substation Engineer you will Independently applies advanced theories, concepts, and principles of engineering to resolve crucial issues and unique conditions. Serves as a technical specialist in analyzing the components of projects, establishing design criteria, and executing designs. Responsibilities include:
In This Capacity, Your Responsibilities Will Include
- Check calculations prepared by less experienced staff.
- Performs advanced computations, calculations or analysis for design of steel structures and equipment foundations for electrical and mechanical equipment, low/high voltage utility substation applications.
- Works with client and other disciplines to prepare appropriate designs.
- Ensures that production of drawings and specifications meets the scope, schedule, cost, and quality requirements and satisfies federal, state, and local requirements.
- Reviews vendor drawings and evaluates need for design changes and makes appropriate recommendations for entire projects.
- Consults with construction personnel concerning field conditions, sequencing, and scheduling of activities.
- Construction coordination for responding to civil/structural related construction RFIs.
- Leads in the preparation of specifications.
- Performs QAQC reviews for structural documents.
- Routinely participates in multidisciplinary coordination meetings.
- Performs site assessment, scope walk, and construction support
- Determines client requirements and develops designs and contract documents.
- Assists in the development of fee proposals.
- Serves as resident engineer to support construction activities occasionally.
What You Will Bring To Our Firm
- BS in Structural Engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE) License in CA and ability to obtain multiple jurisdictions
- 8 years of applicable experience in power generation plants and substations
- Advanced capability such as in AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM360, Bluebeam, Revit and Plant 3D is a plus
- Expertise with MS Office
- Knowledge of advanced (3D) design software
- Specialized experience in advanced software applications (RISA, FAD, etc.) is a plus
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, able to lead client presentations
The salary range for this role is $104,000-$156,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
Featured Benefits
- Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
- Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000 of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.
Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.
GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.
Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.
Location: Roseville, CA
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time
Salary Range: $104,000-$156,000
Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location
GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
"California Applicants"
Applicants in the County of Los Angeles - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Applicants in the City of San Francisco - Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Applicants in the State of California - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.
Salary : $104,000 - $156,000