Engineer I - Civil (Reno, NV)
Position Overview:
Power your future with Qualus in our Engineering department as a Civil Engineer. Our Civil Engineers partner with engineering teams to design civil infrastructure (site development, structures, foundations, grading, drainage, etc) for new and existing substations, renewable energy developers and other clients.
You will design and detail mat and pier type foundations for substation structures. Additionally, you'll design substation structures ranging from simple equipment supports to overhead line towers. Read on to learn more and apply today!
Responsibilities:
- Develop overall conceptual design plans in the initial development phase of new projects.
- Work with renewable energy developers and other clients with support specific to schedules and cost estimates.
- Design foundations using commercially available software such as LPILE.
- Develop steel structure models for rigid bus and equipment supports.
- Maintain professional relationships with our external business partners; Present information and respond to questions from individual or groups of clients.
- Participate in client meetings/job site visits to collect or deliver design and engineering data.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
- Experience in AutoCAD and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation is a plus
- Great analytical mindset, loves problem solving
- Great Computer skills (MS Office).
- Great communications and interpersonal skills. Must be able to effectively communicate across various internal organizational groups and with outside clients
- Strong commitment to customer service and care.
- Highly motivated "self‐starter", not afraid to ask questions and take initiative.
- Proven multitasking and organizational skills, ability to manage time and shifting priorities.
Company Overview:
Qualus is a leading pure-play power services firm and innovator at the forefront of the energy transition, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, and specialized field services.
Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has nearly 1,200 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.
EEO:
Qualus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in locations where we operate.
At Qualus, we believe everyone has value; and that the diversity and inclusion among our teams is what sets us apart for optimal success. We put people first because we care. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. For details, view a copy of the Qualus Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy Statement here.