Senior Structural Substation Engineer
About the role
K&A Power Group – is a privately held engineering firm delivering worldclass technical expertise and engineering excellence to power utility and industrial clients across the United States, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. We provide comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program and project management, construction management, and EPC services, specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, and distributed energy resources. We pride ourselves on attracting and developing top talent, building a culture of excellence, and building meaningful, long-term relationships with our employees, clients and communities, wherever they are in the world. Powered By Innovation, Passion, And Purpose. Start Your K&A Career We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Structural Substation Engineer to join our team at K&A Power Group in Oakbrook IL or Pleasanton CA. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. You’ll be part of a dynamic, people-focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support structural design efforts for high-voltage electrical substations (typically 12kV–500kV).
- Perform structural steel design, including bus support structures, equipment stands, platforms, and connection details.
- Develop concrete foundation designs for transformers, breakers, control buildings, steel structures, and other substation components.
- Conduct structural analysis using industry-standard software and methodologies.
- Prepare and review detailed design documents, calculations, drawings, and specifications.
- Collaborate with electrical, civil, and project management teams to ensure design compliance, constructability, and project timelines.
- Support site evaluations, structural assessments, and modification recommendations for existing substations.
- Maintain adherence to applicable codes and standards (e.g., ASCE, ACI, AISC, NESC, IEEE).
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship when applicable.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred but not required).
- 5+ years of structural engineering experience, with a focus on substation design.
- Demonstrated experience with structural steel design.
- Demonstrated experience with concrete/foundation design.
- Experience with analysis software (e.g., PLS-CADD/POLE, STAAD, SAP2000, RISA, or similar).
- Working knowledge of relevant codes and standards (ASCE, AISC, ACI, NESC).
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects.
- Professional Engineer (SE) license—Illinois preferred (or ability to obtain via comity).
- Experience interacting with utility clients or EPC partners.
- Familiarity with seismic design requirements in California.
- Experience developing construction packages and IFC drawings.
- Prior involvement in renewable energy or grid modernization projects.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account
- 401K (Traditional and Roth with Company Match)
- Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
- Tuition Reimbursement, Parking and Transit Reimbursement, and Pet Insurance
- Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Pay
Pay Range $120,000-190,000/year. The salary range for this role considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to technical ability, experience and training, licenses and certifications, and other related skillsets. The disclosed range is an estimate and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.