Lead Civil and Structural Engineer - Substations

Job Description

Overview

Power Grid Division is involved in electricity utilities sector in the UK & I, Canada, US, ME and APAC. We provide value-added engineering services and built solutions across the entire spectrum of electricity networks, from high voltage power transmission grids to low voltage industrial power distribution. We have designed HV Substations upto 400kV and Electrical infrastructure for large industrial/ Multi Use developments and Heavy industries. The team provides services to clients across the globe; however the major clients are in UK and Middle East.

The Power T&D team is looking for experienced Principal engineers in HV Plant Discipline, as we look to grow the team in line with business requirements. So, if you are interested in working for an internationally renowned consultancy and working on some challenging projects across UK, Canada & ANZ, come join us at AtkinsRéalis.

Your role

• Engineer – Senior (Lead) Civil / Structural
• We are looking for highly experienced engineers for a Senior role in ‘Civils & Structures’ design for transmission and distribution projects as we look to grow the team in line with business requirements. So, if you are interested in working for an internationally renowned consultancy and working on some of the challenging projects across Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) come and join us at AtkinsRéalis.
• Using your experience and knowledge, you will be leading the delivery of a variety of projects drawing upon the wider team for the technical engineering requirements and building a strong relationship with our clients. You will be client-facing, responsible for the delivery of our work and making sure it meets our client’s expectations.
• Designing of GIS buildings, Control Rooms, Switchyard civils, Transformer bunds and foundations.
• Civils/Structure detailing, calculations and material take-off.
• Design Basis Reports based client specifications,
• Perform studies, write reports, specifications and other technical documentation.
• Prepare construction details and supervise the work of technicians and designers.
• Stay up to date on the latest technologies to integrate them into the process of conception.
• Coordinate the work internally as well as with the client.
• Respond to request for proposals (RFP) by preparing proposals & estimation of man-hours.
• Mentoring junior staffs and able to provide training on subject of expertise and present study results to Clients.
• Strong conceptualization ability, strong interpersonal communication and organizational
• skills are a must, including the capability to explain and resolve complex technical issues, critical thinking and decision-making ability.  Candidate must have good oral and written communication skills, be willing to travel, and work successfully in a customer focused, project-oriented environment.

About you

• Broad knowledge of Civil Engineering components of Power, Transmission & Distribution Project.
• Sound understanding of technical principles underlying civil engineering, particularly civil engineering structures, foundation and equipment foundations related to Power Business – Including Generation and Power Networks
• Awareness of current international design codes and standards, especially BS and Euro codes.
• Preparation of design basis reports and perform structural design calculations based on same.
• of working with STAAD or any similar analysis/ design package.
• Capable of reviewing General arrangement drawing, RC detailed drawings, Bar Bending schedule etc.
• Experience in design of both RC and steel structures. Must have worked on Pile foundations
• Experience in design of connections.
• Experience in preparing calculation in Excel spreadsheets.
• Calculation using Mathcad will be an added advantage.
• Must be able to demonstrate review of works carried out by Junior team members
• Designing of HV substation equipment support structures (132kV and above),
• Experience in use of one or all the STAAD Pro, ETABS, Autodesk ROBOT or any other similar design package software tools will be an added advantage.
• Strong conceptualization ability, strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills are a must, including the capability to explain complex technical issues to decision-makers and project teams. Candidate must have good oral and written communication skills, be willing to travel, and work successfully in a customer focused, project-oriented environment.
• Masters / bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural engineering with 20+ years of relevant industrial experience.
• Thorough knowledge in Civil engineering fundamentals and concepts for Transmission, distribution and generation segments.
• Understand engineering concepts and capable of interfacing with different departments.
• Capability to produce good quality drawings, design calculations, technical reports and specifications.
• Meet the requirements of internationa and standards.
• Must have working knowledge in BIM environment.
• Professional spirit and good organizational skills.
• Lead and carry out consulting, research and development study projects.
• Analyse study results and recommend solutions as per requirements and able to discuss/clarify Clients with help of results.
• Working experience in Transmission & Distribution projects for Australia and New Zealand (ANZ)
• Meet the requirements of ANZ codes and standards.
• Contribute to maintaining existing and developing new client relationships.
• Flexibility to travel to client sites/offices when required.
• Capability to work under tight deadlines while achieving objectives with the ability to deal with competing priorities and manage time appropriately.
• Team building qualities.
• Attitude and commitment behaviours.
• Software & Design Tools:
• STAAD
• Etabs
• Autodesk Robot
• MS Office
• Navisworks

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
• Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.
• Generous annual leave balance.
• Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
• Remote work opportunities outside of country.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Relocation assistance.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.