Senior Structural Engineer

GE Vernova; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova Grid Solutions in the UK is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead the design, analysis, and detailing of HV substations 400kV to 33kV, focusing on steel structures, gantries, and foundations, ensuring safety and compliance.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver optimized structural solutions for complex substations, manage projects, mentor engineers, and uphold QA/QC standards across feasibility to commissioning.

Qualifications

• Education: a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or related).
• Professional registration: CEng advantageous but not mandatory.
• Experience: minimum 5+ years in structural design, with HV transmission/utility sector experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from feasibility through detailed design, construction and commissioning.
• Provide leadership, mentorship and technical guidance to a team of engineers and designers.
• Own or oversee QA/QC strategy, design reviews, and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

RFEM

Idea Statica

STAAD Pro

ETABS

SAP2000

RISA

ANSYS

REVIT

TEKLA

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Civil 3D

Job description

Job Description Summary

Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.

About the Role

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 400kV, 132kV, to 33kV. 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.

Job Description

1. Qualifications and Experience

• 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.

2. 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, or ANSYS
• Drafting and layout tools like REVIT, TEKLA, AutoCAD, MicroStation, or Civil 3D
• Familiarity with BIM and 3D modeling tools is often preferred
• Codes and Standards : Comprehensive knowledge and ability to apply relevant international and regional design codes and utility standards, including:
• Eurocodes, British Standards, or IEC standards (UK/International standards)
• Familiarity with client-specific utility standards (e.g., National Grid, SSE)
• Site and Environmental Knowledge : Understanding of geotechnical constraints, site grading, and designing structures to withstand specific environmental loads (wind, seismic, extreme weather).

3. 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.

4. 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.

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

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.