Senior Structural Engineer – Substation
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
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