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Structural Engineer

Rcmt

South Plainfield, New Jersey · Posted July 28, 2026

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Structural Engineer

The successful candidate will work as a Structural Engineer in the Outside Plant (OP) Engineering & Design Group within the Construction & Maintenance organization of the Electric T&D – Projects & Construction line of business utilizing a broad knowledge of business and engineering principles and practices. The successful candidate will be an experienced structural engineer with broad knowledge and experience in electric transmission and distribution design and construction. Perform detailed civil / structural engineering design and analysis and solve complex technical issues. The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to lead and will coordinate and perform structural design, alterations, and repairs to produce construction drawings and calculations, as well as provide field construction support. Perform technical reviews on engineering design practices and provide engineering-related comments, as necessary. Oversee the work and provide technical guidance and direction to junior-level engineers.

Job Responsibilities

Perform complex civil / structural calculations and analysis

Prepare construction drawings, including steel, aluminum, concrete structures and foundations

Design and detail steel transmission structures, including both lattice steel towers and tubular steel poles / structures

Prepare existing structural and foundation reinforcement drawings

Perform underground duct bank and manhole structural design

Job Specific Qualifications

Required Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

B.S. Degree in Structural / Civil Engineering

Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in civil / structural engineering, including design and field / resident engineering on major civil / structural construction, alteration / renovation and modification projects

Experience in performing complex civil / structural calculations and analysis

Experience in preparing construction drawings, including steel, aluminum, concrete structures and foundations

Experience in designing and detailing of steel transmission structures, including both lattice steel towers and tubular steel poles / structures

Experience in preparing existing structural and foundation reinforcement drawings

Knowledge of subsurface investigation and different geology conditions

Experience in deep foundation design, including concrete caisson, driven pile, helical foundations, as well as steel vibratory caisson

Experience in performing underground duct bank and manhole structural design

Working knowledge of utility best practices, ASME, NESC, ACI, ASTM, and ASCE standards

Proficient experience utilizing PLSPOLE, PLSTOWER, RISA and STAAD Pro for structural designs

Proficient experience utilizing LPILE, GROUP, and FAD Tools for foundation designs

Proficient experience utilizing Microsoft Office products

Must be familiar with AutoCAD / MicroStation

Must have New Jersey P.E. License

Clear and concise writing and verbal communications skills

As the job requires driving to Company locations and off-site assignments and events, must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license with a safe and satisfactory driving history

Preferred / Desired Skills:

Advanced Technical or Engineering Degree

Advanced technical training

Familiar with preparing bottom up engineering estimates

Familiar with NESC, PJM and PSE&G loading criteria for transmission structures

Knowledgeable in excavation stability, subgrade preparation, backfilling, thermal and electrical properties of soils, and dewatering

Minimum Years of Experience

8 years of experience

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Equal Opportunity Statement

RCM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and the level of the work being performed by the people assigned to this position. It is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. RCM reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.