Utility Civil Engineer at Valdes Architecture & Engineering (Lombard, IL)
Valdes Architecture & Engineering· Lombard, IL·
Role details
Work type
Hybrid
Employment
Full-Time
Job description
Seasoned Substation Engineer with experience in single lines, site plans, electrical plans/sections, grounding, and equipment specifications. Knowledge of transformers, circuit breakers, disconnect switches, arresters, potential & current transformers, and control houses. This individual interfaces with client engineering representatives and other discipline engineers within the Valdes A&E organization.May visit job site as required for exchange of information.
Responsibilities
- Strong knowledge of utility engineering, including electrical power delivery and civil engineering, with the ability to lead, mentor, and support junior staff while delivering projects on time and within budget
- Prepare multidisciplinary design packages including one-lines, site plans, electrical plans/sections, conduit and grounding plans, civil grading/drainage plans, foundations, and bills of materials
- Coordinate high-voltage substation physical design, including equipment layouts, foundations, grounding, conduit/cable routing, duct banks, and associated civil infrastructure
- Perform and/or oversee AC/DC load calculations, cable routing, grounding, civil/site design, and other engineering calculations
- Familiarity with protection and controls, utility interfaces, and power delivery systems
- Coordinate engineering and drafting activities across electrical, civil, structural, and other disciplines to develop complete and constructible drawings
- Coordinate with clients, utility representatives, contractors, and other discipline engineers, including on-site coordination and field support
- Maintain positive client relationships and provide technical leadership, design review, and mentoring throughout the project lifecycle
Site Duties
- Physical design of utility substations and associated civil infrastructure
- Equipment selection, specifications, and civil/structural requirements
- Bills of materials
- Site plans, grading/drainage, plans/sections, foundations, conduit, and grounding
- Control building and panel hardware specifications
- Coordinate design activities with electrical, civil, structural, and other disciplines
- Develop civil and electrical construction details and support constructability reviews
- Develop sequence of construction identifying pre-outage work and civil/electrical construction activities
Technical Competencies
- Ability to communicate complex electrical and civil engineering issues in a clear, concise manner
- Ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency with SKM electrical modeling software and familiarity with applicable civil design tools
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline
- 3+ years of experience in utility, substation, power delivery, or civil infrastructure design
- Experience with multidisciplinary substation design preferred
- Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship
Why work at Valdes Architecture & Engineering
- Culture & Work Environment: Emphasizes a collaborative, team-based atmosphere rooted in safety and quality. The company highlights a high number of long-term employees as a sign of a positive culture [valdeseng.com].
- Flexibility: Offers flexible schedules including a 9×4 weekly schedule option and remote work flexibility [valdeseng.com].
- Benefits Package: Competitive salaries, 401(K) with company match, company-paid life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance, PTO, and paid holidays (including Veterans Day for veterans).
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement, reimbursement for annual license fees, in-house and external training, access to a Learning Management System (LMS), and a mentorship program.
- Diversity & Inclusion: A certified Minority-Owned Business that states a commitment to diversity of thought and perspectives [valdeseng.com].
- Recognition: Employee of the Year award, anniversary milestone celebrations, and appreciation awards.
- Work Locations: On-site roles are available in Lombard, IL; Griffith, IN; and Kenosha, WI. Some hybrid and remote positions are available for specific roles [lever.co].