Structural Staff Engineer

About the role

Structural Staff Engineer – part of Westwood Professional Services’ Renewables Division, providing high‑level professional services to clients.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for structural design of foundations and ancillary structures for utility‑scale wind and solar facilities.
• Prepare structural design calculations, reports, specifications, and plans.
• Assist Engineering Leads and Project Managers in drafting and design of utility‑scale solar projects.
• Provide professional and technical support to multiple Westwood projects.
• Deliver day‑to‑day support and input to internal and external Project Managers.

Requirements

• Enrolled in an ABET‑accredited B.S. program in civil/structural engineering.
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Effective verbal communication and technical writing skills.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail, follow processes, and check the quality of own work.
• Ability to use sound engineering judgment.
• Ability to manage time and workload effectively, including planning, organizing, and prioritizing with attention to detail.
• Minimal travel possible.

Preferred Qualifications

• Related work experience.
• Familiarity with applicable codes and standards (IBC, ASCE 7, AISC 360, ACI 318), including loading calculations.
• Experience with structural engineering software such as Mathcad, LPile, STAAD, RISA, Enercalc.
• Knowledge of shallow and deep foundations, including spread footings, slab‑on‑grade, piles, and concrete caissons.
• Knowledge of connection design.
• AutoCAD drafting experience.

About Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve. Our approach revolves around people; we are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. We value relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth, fostering a collaborative “One Team” mentality that yields superior outcomes. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence guide every decision. We are deeply invested in the communities we serve, enriching lives through projects and giving‑back initiatives. In 2024, we were ranked #13 nationally on Zweig Group’s Hot Firms list, #40 on its Best Firms to Work for list, received a national 1st place award for Marketing Excellence, and were #83 on the ENR Top 500 Firms list.

Pay

$75,000 – $85,000

Schedule

Full‑time