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Senior Structural Engineer – Substation

Houston, TX 2 days ago

Job Description

Senior Structural Engineer – Substation

Houston, TX | Full-Time | Permanent


About the Role

Join a dynamic team at the forefront of designing and developing critical electrical infrastructure. This high-impact role gives you the opportunity to shape the future of power substations through innovative and reliable structural solutions.

As a Senior Structural Engineer – Substation, you’ll lead projects end-to-end—from conceptual design through construction—ensuring safe, efficient, and code-compliant structural systems that support vital energy operations.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead structural design for substation and transmission infrastructure projects
  • Oversee full project lifecycle: concept, design, execution, and construction support
  • Perform and review structural analysis and design (steel, foundations, etc.)
  • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across engineering, procurement, and construction
  • Ensure compliance with industry codes and standards
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development
  • Review drawings, calculations, and engineering documentation


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or related field (ABET-accredited)
  • 8–15 years of structural engineering experience (EPC experience preferred)
  • Strong expertise in:
  • Steel design & foundation design
  • Structural analysis tools (RISA, STAAD Pro)
  • Deep knowledge of codes and standards: AISC, ASCE 7, IBC, ACI
  • Proven experience leading projects and managing cross-functional teams
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license highly preferred


Nice to Have

  • Experience in transmission & distribution infrastructure
  • Substation structural design (including drilled shafts and steel structures)
  • Experience managing project scope, schedules, and budgets
  • Vendor coordination and field inspection experience


Preferred Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or Engineering Technology (Master’s a plus)
  • FE exam completed
  • 7+ years of experience in structural engineering within EPC or power industry environments


Additional Details

  • Travel:

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