Lead Civil Engineer

Job Description Summary Own the project control activity globally and drive consistent functional specifications and common global processes for projects implementation. Activities that are conducted to better understand or ultimately meet the expectations of the customer Impacts departmental operations and responsible for planning/execution. The role has some autonomy but is focused on execution of activities within an operating discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures. Some judgment may be required but this is typically with guidance. Job Description

About Us

Come bring your energy to change the world

Grid Solutions, part of the GE Vernova portfolio of energy businesses, serves customers globally with over 12,000 employees. Grid Solutions provides equipment, systems, and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition.

GE Vernova, a dynamic accelerator comprised of our Power, Renewable Energy, Digital and Energy Financial Services businesses, is focused on leading a new era of energy - electrifying the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it.

If you are ready to make a difference and usher in a new era of energy, come join us!

Why We Come To Work

At GE Vernova, our Engineers are always up for the challenge -and we’re always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you’ll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you’ll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the green energy transition.

Responsibilities

• Designs & facilitates the construction of the physical and naturally built environment, including work such as: soil mechanics, seismic analysis, and foundations for substation equipment.
• Specifies the design and the requirements for all underground and aboveground civil works, and specifies the civil contractor for the same (leveling, foundations, slabs, etc.).
• Also to include CW cost estimating, constructability assessments and sequencing, understanding of customer & local civil codes and standards, and the application of structural steel, civil, and geotechnical engineering principal's.
• Conducts analysis and design of industrial structures that support or resist static and dynamic loads.
• Demonstrates team leadership experience, leading & coordinating design teams, coordinating design efforts across disciplines both internal and external and including consultants and subcontractors.
• Drives customer submittals on time and on budget through timely reviews and coordination with the lead engineer and other disciplines.
• Anticipates and mitigates delivery issues and recommend changes.
• Analyses customer technical requirements and ensures compliance to customer requirements.
• Ensures traceability from customer requirements to design/equipment specifications
• Manages technical interface with sub suppliers & partners, prepare input data, and check consistency.
• Request and lead technical coordination meetings with partners or key suppliers if & when appropriate.
• The civil project engineer is the technical contact with customer civil engineering teams, especially for efficiently resolving technical and field issues.
• Must assist project managers with estimates, budgets, schedules, and quality control for civil & structural activities during design and construction phases.
• Highlights scope or design changes (data for claims, CO’s).
• Informs Project Lead Engineer of design issues all along project execution and propose range of solutions for decision; follow solutions agreed up to resolution.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree Civil Engineering from an accredited university or college
• Minimum 5 years of industry related experience designing structural steel and foundations
• Able to travel 20% of the time, including international travel , and must comply with all relevant company travel and tax policies
• Must have PE License in the California and be willing to review and seal drawing.
  
  

Desired Characteristics

• Experience in designing structures and foundations for electrical T&D substations. (Preference for electrical utility substation related design experience and construction practices.)
• Site field experience and construction methods impacting civil and structural design
• Experience with site preparation and drainage design. Knowledge of geotechnical analysis and design.
• Background experience with reviewing architectural and mechanical/electrical/plumbing for buildings
• Knowledge of U.S. building codes, ASCE standards, NFPA
• Working knowledge of civil design software packages: L-pile, STADD, RISA 3D and Foundation
  
  

We deliver integrated project solutions to enable large scale electrification and support our customer needs.

• Must work Hybrid out of Walnut Creek, CA
  
  

The salary range for this position is 98,400.00 - 131,200.00 USD Annually. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus. 98,400.00 - 131,200.00 - 164,000.00 USD Annual

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.Projected Closeout Date: November 21st, 2024

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

• This is a remote position