Substation Project Structural Engineer
About the role
HDR is seeking a Substation Project Structural Engineer to join our Power Delivery team. This role involves designing and coordinating structural aspects of high voltage electrical switchyards and substations up to 500kV, including steel structures and foundations.
Responsibilities
- Execute structural engineering tasks for substation members such as steel shapes, lattice framing, and tubular shapes.
- Design and fabricate substation structures, including drilled piers, spread footings, and driven piles.
- Prepare and review specifications for construction and materials.
- Assign tasks to EITs and provide technical guidance to non-structural team members.
- Coordinate quality checks and reviews for project deliverables.
- Collaborate with other engineers to develop and maintain standards.
- Mentor and train EITs and designers.
- Manage multiple projects concurrently.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
- Minimum 5 years of technical design experience with high voltage electrical switchyards and substations.
- Experience with industry standard design software like PLS-Tower, Mathcad Prime, AutoCAD, RISA, STAAD, etc.
- Self-starter with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Preferred/ Desired Qualifications
- Technical design experience with outdoor design of high voltage electrical switchyards and substations.
- Familiarity with NESC, NEC, IEEE, ANSI, ASCE-113, and other industry standards.
- Experience with AISC-360, ASCE-7, ACI-318, and other industry standards.
Benefits
Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, and tuition reimbursement.
Pay
The expected compensation range for this position depends on experience and location, ranging from $90,682 to $145,990 annually.
Schedule
This is a Full-time position.
Employee Status
This is a Regular position.
Business Class
This role falls under Substation Engineering.
Job Posting Date
November 24, 2025.
Company Information
HDR is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.