Senior Structural Engineer

GE Vernova; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy solutions company in the UK seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to design and analyze high voltage substations up to 400 kV. This position involves leading projects, managing teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in structural design particularly in high-voltage transmission. Proficiency in design software such as RFEM, STAAD Pro, and a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering are essential. Join a dynamic team committed to the energy transition.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in structural design, specifically in high-voltage transmission.
• Knowledge of international and regional design codes and utility standards.
• Chartered Engineer status (CEng) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from feasibility studies through detailed design and commissioning.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to a team of structural engineers.
• Oversee QA/QC strategy, conducting design reviews and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Skills

Structural Design & Analysis

Project Leadership

Team Management

Excellent communication skills

Risk-aware mindset

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

RFEM

Idea Statica

STAAD Pro

ETABS

SAP2000

RISA

ANSYS

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Structural Engineer to join our team. This role is responsible for the structural design, analysis, and detailing of High Voltage substations ranging from 400 kV, 132 kV, to 33 kV. The ideal candidate will focus primarily on the design of steel structures, including equipment support structures, gantries, towers, and other key substation components, ensuring compliance with applicable standards, safety regulations, and project requirements. The engineer will also collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver efficient, safe, and optimized structural solutions for complex substation projects.

Qualifications

• Education: A bachelor's or master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or a related discipline) is required.
• Professional Registration: Attaining Chartered Engineer status (CEng) with a recognized institution such as the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) or the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) would be advantageous but is not mandatory.
• Experience: A minimum of 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in structural design is typical, with significant proven experience specifically within the high-voltage transmission and distribution utility sector.

Technical Skills and Knowledge

• Structural Design & Analysis: Expertise in the design and analysis of various substation structures, including steel gantries, equipment foundations (transformers, circuit breakers, surge arresters), control buildings, and underground utilities (cable tunnels/trenches).
• Design Software Proficiency: Advanced skills using structural analysis and design software are essential, such as:
  • RFEM
  • Idea Statica
  • STAAD Pro
  • ETABS
  • SAP2000
  • RISA
  • ANSYS
• Codes and Standards: Comprehensive knowledge and ability to apply relevant international and regional design codes and utility standards, including:
  • Eurocodes
  • British Standards
  • IEC standards (UK/International standards)
• Site and Environmental Knowledge: Understanding of geotechnical constraints, site grading, and designing structures to withstand specific environmental loads (wind, seismic, extreme weather).

Management and Leadership Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Ability to lead projects from feasibility studies through detailed design, construction, and commissioning, managing timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.
• Team Management: Provide leadership, mentorship, and technical guidance to a team of structural engineers, designers, and technical staff.
• Quality Assurance (QA/QC): Owning or overseeing the QA/QC strategy for the department, conducting design reviews, peer checks, and ensuring all project deliverables meet quality benchmarks and regulatory compliance.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Liaising with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and complex problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for technical reports, presentations, and team coordination.
• Risk-aware mindset with an ability to anticipate potential concerns and implement mitigation strategies.
• Proven leadership abilities and a focus on fostering a collaborative and innovative team culture.

About GE Grid Solutions

The North Europe Grid System Integration (GSI) team delivers a wide range of turnkey high voltage AC and DC transmission projects to its Customers in the UK, Ireland, and Scandinavia. Grid Solutions, a GE Vernova business, serves customers globally with over 20,000 employees. We provide power utilities and industries worldwide with equipment, systems and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. Grid Solutions is focused on addressing the challenges of the energy transition by enabling the safe and reliable connection of renewable and distributed energy resources to the grid. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition. About GE Grid Solutions: At GE Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector. Why we come to work: At GE Vernova, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we're always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you'll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you'll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.