Remote Substation Inspector Jobs in Austin, TX (NOW HIRING)

RRC is seeking a talented Structural Engineer - Substation to build the future of U.S. energy production from both remote work locations and any one of our U.S. office locations. RRC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm that specializes in energy projects, particularly renewable energy, throughout the United States. Founded in 2007, RRC provides a culture where employees are valued while contributing to meaningful projects. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the evolving energy production landscape. 

RRC CORE VALUES

Must understand and personify RRC’s core values: 

• Client Satisfaction – understands the goal of always exceeding our client’s expectations  
• Employee Happiness – able to work well with others, communicate clearly with coworkers, promote a positive work environment, and mediate conflicts between team members
• Quality Work - able to take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload, and deliver quality results on time while working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Above and Beyond - versatile, flexible, able to anticipate the needs of the company, take the initiative, and willing to go out of your way to assist others

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Apply civil/structural engineering principles and project management skills to carry out project tasks from start to finish while working with the rest of the multidisciplinary team to complete tasks.
• Resolve construction issues that arise, especially involving reinforced concrete, to the clients satisfaction, as needed.
• Perform structural design and analysis for substation facilities including equipment foundations, steel support structures, control buildings, cable trench systems, and bus structures. 
• Coordinate with electrical engineering teams to support physical substation layout and equipment integration
• Maintain project budgets, schedule requirements, and quality requirements.
• Follow established company design procedures and industry standards for Power Delivery (substation, BESS, transmission line) while actively contributing to the improvement of those procedures over time.
• Take responsibility as the engineer of record for various civil/structural engineering design projects as relevant experience is gained.
• Review or appropriately delegate the review of project-related design documents, such as fabrication shop drawings, for completion and errors.
• Review various design codes in order to apply the appropriate design standards.
• Perform value engineering design analyses to determine the most cost-competitive design.
• Complete project site-visits to inspect construction quality are possible on occasion.
• Support proposals with technical input and scope development
• Provide occasional site visits, design reviews, and proposal support.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program (required); 
• Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive structural engineering experience, preferably in the energy, utilities, or renewable power sectors. 
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in at least one U.S. state (or ability to obtain)
• Experience in structural analysis and design software including AutoCAD, STAAD.Pro, Lpile preferred  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of applicable design codes (ASCE 7, ACI, AISC, NESC, IBC, etc.)
• Experience with the design and detailing of reinforced concrete and steel structures.  
• Experience preparing construction documents, design calculations, and reviewing drawings 
• Experience collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams for support project scopes 
• Familiarity with compliance processes related to structural design in the U.S.

  BENEFITS 

RRC is committed to investing in talented employees because we recognize that healthy, happy employees provide the best path to sustaining a successful business. RRC offers competitive salaries and benefits for full-time employees, including: 

• Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance. 
• Health, dental, and vision insurance 
• 401k matching 
• Bonus eligibility 
• Tuition reimbursement for certain pre-approved education pursuits 
• RRSP matching (Canada), 401k matching (US)

RRC thanks you for your interest in joining RRC. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Visit our website www.RRCcompanies.com for more information.  

No recruiters or staffing firms please.  

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.  

RRC Companies is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and assessment process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources or the recruitment contact listed in this posting.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.