Application Guide

How to Apply for Structural/Civil Engineer

at Intersect Power

🏢 About Intersect Power

Intersect Power is at the forefront of scalable low-carbon solutions, uniquely targeting both retail and wholesale energy markets with clean electricity and fuels. Their focus on innovative project development from concept to completion offers engineers a chance to shape the future of energy infrastructure.

About This Role

As a Structural/Civil Engineer, you'll own the site layout and structural design for large-scale energy projects, optimizing land use and mitigating risks. Your work directly impacts project efficiency, cost, and sustainability, making you a key player in delivering low-carbon solutions.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your day might start with a virtual coordination call with EPCs to review site grading progress, then shift to designing a steel support structure for a new equipment layout. After lunch, you'd analyze geotechnical reports to optimize foundation depths, ending the day by updating risk registers and preparing for a permitting review meeting.

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🎯 Who Intersect Power Is Looking For

  • Experienced in heavy industrial projects like natural gas power, data centers, or similar, with a proven track record in site layout and foundation design.
  • Proficient in civil and structural design principles, including concrete, steel, and prefabricated structures, with hands-on EPC coordination.
  • A problem-solver who can balance design optimization with budget and schedule constraints, using tools like AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar.
  • Comfortable with remote collaboration and managing multiple consultants and EPCs across different time zones.

📝 Tips for Applying to Intersect Power

1

Highlight specific projects where you optimized site layouts or foundation designs for vibrating equipment or heavy loads.

2

Quantify your impact: e.g., 'Reduced land use by 15% through grading optimization' or 'Saved $500k in foundation costs with innovative design.'

3

Mention experience with permitting and environmental constraints, as Intersect Power deals with diverse project sites.

4

Tailor your resume to show 5+ years in relevant industries (natural gas, data centers, or heavy industrial) – generic civil experience won't stand out.

5

In your cover letter, explicitly connect your past work to Intersect Power's mission of scalable low-carbon solutions.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Emphasize your experience with site layout and master planning for large-scale energy or industrial projects.', 'Showcase your ability to coordinate with EPCs and consultants to mitigate design, budget, and schedule risks.', 'Demonstrate your understanding of foundation design for vibrating equipment and structural steel – key for this role.', "Express enthusiasm for remote work and Intersect Power's clean energy mission, tying your skills to their low-carbon goals."]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Read about Intersect Power's recent projects, especially their low-carbon fuel initiatives and solar/storage developments.
  • → Understand their business model: they focus on both retail and wholesale energy markets – how does that affect project design?
  • → Check their team page on LinkedIn to see the backgrounds of current engineers – this can hint at what they value.
  • → Review news articles about their partnerships or funding rounds to gauge company growth and priorities.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk us through a time you optimized a site layout to reduce land use while meeting environmental constraints.
2 How do you approach foundation design for vibrating equipment? Provide an example of a challenge you solved.
3 Describe your experience coordinating with EPCs and consultants on a complex project – how did you manage risks?
4 What tools and software do you use for civil/structural design, and how do you ensure accuracy in remote collaboration?
5 How would you handle a situation where a design change mid-project impacts both budget and schedule?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't submit a generic resume – this role is highly specific to heavy industrial experience, so avoid listing unrelated projects like residential or commercial buildings.
  • Don't overlook the remote aspect – ensure you have a plan for effective remote communication and collaboration.
  • Avoid vague language like 'I have experience with foundations' – be specific about types (e.g., mat, pile, for vibrating equipment).

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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