Civil/Structural Subject Matter Specialist

Westinghouse Electric Company; Cranberry Township (Butler County); On-site; USD 61,992 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and income protection benefits

401(k) savings plan

Paid vacations for qualifying roles

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking a Contract Civil/Structural Engineer to provide structural input for wind, solar, and energy storage projects. You will collaborate with the E&C SME Team from concept through COD, review submittals, and drive risk mitigation to protect schedule and budget.

The role requires 5+ years in relevant projects, a P.E. license, and experience with Unifier/Bluebeam/SharePoint. Travel within North America is expected, with a 10–20% time commitment.

Qualifications

• Requires B.S./M.S. in Civil/Structural Engineering with a P.E. license.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in wind, solar, or BESS projects.
• Experience reviewing structural submittals and ensuring code compliance.
• Proficient in interpreting IBC/ASCE7/ACI/AISC and renewables standards.
• Experience coordinating with vendors and leading third‑party engineers.

Responsibilities

• Provide structural input and best‑practices guidance for wind, solar, energy storage, and transmission projects.
• Review design submittals and provide comments to maintain schedule and budget.
• Lead reviews and facilitate risk‑mitigation discussions with project teams.
• Coordinate with vendors and external engineering firms to secure deliverables.
• Support third‑party engineers and lenders with technical evaluations.
• Assist in defining project requirements and scope and assess execution risk.
• Perform due diligence on emerging technologies and review manufacturing/nonconformance reports.
• Contribute to ongoing specification reviews and lessons learned.

Skills

Wind/Solar/BESS exp

Structural reviews

Code interpretation

Vendor coordination

Travel willingness

Education

B.S./M.S. Civil/Structural Engineering

P.E. license

Tools

Unifier

Bluebeam

SharePoint

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly‑owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role

This 1‑year contract position is responsible for providing structural/geotechnical input & best‑practices guidance for business initiatives within the client’s company, from idea conception through project COD. You will be a collaborative member of the E&C Civil SME Team, consisting of engineers experienced in structural, geotechnical, site development, stormwater, sediment & erosion control, and risk management. You will report to the manager of the project.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide responsive engineering support on wind, solar, energy storage, clean fuels, substation, and transmission opportunities within the Engineering & Construction Business Unit.
• Maintain/promote best practices and sponsor lunch &learn sessions on civil/structural topics.
• Participate in design & constructability reviews and provide accurate comments/feedback to ensure no schedule issues.
• Drive resolution of critical issues during the execution phase of projects that can jeopardize project budget and/or schedule if not resolved in a timely manner.
• Ensure that recommended course of action satisfies any third‑party obligations.
• Support project financing efforts to ensure a level of comfort with all engaged Independent Engineers and Lenders that results in preferential and financial closings.
• Help to define and influence project requirements and scope, including assessment of execution risk and development of risk‑mitigation strategies.
• Secure engineering consulting expertise when required to supplement and/or validate professional opinions.
• Perform emerging technology due diligence.
• Support equipment and material technical evaluations and review of manufacturing/fabrication Non‑Conformance Reports.
• Perform annual specification reviews and incorporate lessons learned.
• Provide feedback related to Supplier performance and annual report card.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Civil/Structural Engineering; P.E. license.
• 5+ years of experience in wind, solar, or BESS projects.
• Demonstrated ability to review and redline structural design submittals (foundations, steel, concrete, etc.).
• Proficient in interpreting and applying national codes (IBC, ASCE 7, ACI, AISC) and renewable energy industry standards.
• Experienced in checking structural analysis models and construction drawings for design adequacy and constructability.
• Familiar with structural engineering deliverables management using platforms like Unifier, Bluebeam, and SharePoint.
• Experience leading vendor coordination and guiding third‑party engineering firms.
• Travel within North America; 10‑20% of time.

Compensation

Base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $45.00/hr to $50.00/hr.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.