What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substation Civil Engineer III position at Omaha Public Power District?
Opportunity Profile
Substation Civil Engineer III
Position Overview
OPPD is a nationally recognized public power utility committed to delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable energy to the communities we serve. Our engineering teams play a critical role in modernizing infrastructure, supporting grid resilience, and enabling future-focused energy solutions.
As a Substation Civil Engineer III, you'll take on advanced technical responsibilities in civil/structural substation design - foundations, containment, grading, structural analysis, and equipment layout - while managing small to medium-sized projects from concept through closeout. You'll help shape OPPD's infrastructure strategy and support the safe transformation and delivery of power across the region.
The Impact You'll Have
Grade: S5
Minimum: $98,877
Midpoint: $123,596
The OPPD Difference
Our Culture & Mission
At Omaha Public Power District, everything starts with people. Our teams, our communities, and the customer owners who count on us. As the 12th largest public power utility in the U.S., we serve more than 900,000 people across 13 counties, and we take that responsibility seriously.
We lead with integrity, support one another, and do what is right because how we serve matters just as much as what we deliver. Our goal is simple: provide affordable, reliable, and environmentally responsible energy today and for generations to come.
We create power with purpose. Your work here has real impact on families, the environment, and on the future of energy. And we believe great ideas can come from anywhere.
If you want to be part of a team that takes care of the community and the people who serve it, you are in the right place. We back up our mission by taking care of our employees, too, which is why our benefits are among the most comprehensive and competitive in the region.
Ready to apply?
When you apply, be sure your resume highlights the skills and experience that will help you succeed in this role.
EOE: Protected Veterans/Disability
Recruiter: Mike Fierro - mrfierro@oppd.com
Substation Civil Engineer III
Position Overview
OPPD is a nationally recognized public power utility committed to delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable energy to the communities we serve. Our engineering teams play a critical role in modernizing infrastructure, supporting grid resilience, and enabling future-focused energy solutions.
As a Substation Civil Engineer III, you'll take on advanced technical responsibilities in civil/structural substation design - foundations, containment, grading, structural analysis, and equipment layout - while managing small to medium-sized projects from concept through closeout. You'll help shape OPPD's infrastructure strategy and support the safe transformation and delivery of power across the region.
The Impact You'll Have
- Lead civil/structural design for substation projects, including foundation engineering, spill containment, and structural load calculations.
- Manage small and medium-scale projects, coordinating estimating, permitting, procurement, and construction support.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and reliability requirements (NERC/MRO/SPP).
- Contribute to large or complex project teams, providing technical expertise and design leadership.
- Stay current on emerging technologies and apply them to improve design quality and efficiency.
- Guide equipment layout and site development planning to optimize safety and operability.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering with a strong preference for Structural, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering
- Four years of engineering experience (master's degree may substitute for up to two years).
- Knowledge of applicable regulations and codes.
- Valid driver's license.
- Experience with Ventyx, Cognos, AutoDesk, Bentley MicroStation,
- Master's degree
- Advanced MS Office proficiency
- Substation design experience
- Understanding of NESC, OSHA, ASCE
Grade: S5
Minimum: $98,877
Midpoint: $123,596
The OPPD Difference
Our Culture & Mission
At Omaha Public Power District, everything starts with people. Our teams, our communities, and the customer owners who count on us. As the 12th largest public power utility in the U.S., we serve more than 900,000 people across 13 counties, and we take that responsibility seriously.
We lead with integrity, support one another, and do what is right because how we serve matters just as much as what we deliver. Our goal is simple: provide affordable, reliable, and environmentally responsible energy today and for generations to come.
We create power with purpose. Your work here has real impact on families, the environment, and on the future of energy. And we believe great ideas can come from anywhere.
If you want to be part of a team that takes care of the community and the people who serve it, you are in the right place. We back up our mission by taking care of our employees, too, which is why our benefits are among the most comprehensive and competitive in the region.
Ready to apply?
When you apply, be sure your resume highlights the skills and experience that will help you succeed in this role.
EOE: Protected Veterans/Disability
Recruiter: Mike Fierro - mrfierro@oppd.com
- PLEASE NOTE** - Your application has not been submitted unless you have applied for a specific requisition. If you have not chosen a specific opening, your application will remain in 'DRAFT' form and will not be viewed by our Human Capital staff.
Salary : $98,877 - $123,596