Experienced Substation Structural Engineer

WSP in the U.S.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 82,800 - 151,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking an Experienced Substation Structural Engineer to join our Power Delivery Substation Civil/Structural Group. Openings exist in Freeport, ME and other U.S. locations including New York, OH, MI, MN, and more.

You will lead planning, analysis, and design of structural solutions for electrical substations, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance with industry standards. Collaboration across teams will be essential, with opportunities to mentor junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering or closely related discipline.
• 3–5 years of post‑education engineering experience, with structural or civil design.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Knowledge of structural/design principles and code/permit requirements.
• Experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management.

Responsibilities

• Provide planning, analysis, design, and delivery of structural solutions for electrical substations.
• Produce reports, material documentation, and construction specifications to high industry standards.
• Model, analyze, and design steel structures, rigid bus supports, and foundations.
• Coordinate with regulators and project teams to ensure compliance.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to safety and quality programs.

Skills

Critical thinking

Effective self-leadership

Interpersonal communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Engineer in Training Certification

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

ArcGIS

InRoads

Geopak

GeoSlope

ANSYS

STADD

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

Job description

Job Description

WSP is hiring an Experienced Substation Structural Engineer for our Power Delivery Substation Civil/Structural Group. Positions are open in Freeport, ME and other locations: Hallowell, ME; New York, NY; Syracuse, NY; Ann Arbor, MI; Minneapolis, MN; New Albany, OH.

Be involved in projects with our Civil/Structural Team and be part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.

This Opportunity

Provides technical assistance and guidance for planning, analysis, design, and delivery of structural engineering solutions supporting electrical substation projects in the public and private sector. Tasks may include research, design, concept development, planning, and construction of load‑bearing structures or structural elements (steel structures, rigid bus supports, foundations). Generates accurate reports and documentation regarding material, installations, and construction specifications and ensures high quality that meets or exceeds industry standards for design, safety, structural soundness, and functionality.

Your Impact

• Collect, compile, and analyze data from the physical work site, surveys, blueprints, GIS data, subsurface utility information, maps, geotechnical data, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction.
• Perform professional structural engineering work and assist with research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, resources, building, infrastructure, and transportation to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and permits.
• Participate in incorporating advanced modeling techniques, concept development, design requirements, and operating strategies to account for safety and functionality of end‑users and vehicles, and incorporate future‑ready solutions with structural engineering design standards.
• Work individually or as part of a cross‑functional team to execute project work, assist with laying out installations, establishing reference points/elevations/grades, selecting materials for durability, calculating costs and quantities, and ensuring conformity with specifications, permits, and regulatory analysis.
• Verify the characteristics of a site, providing technical assistance on securing structural soundness from loads and pressures caused by environmental or human influence.
• Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, reports, sketches, calculations, and 2D/3D illustrations for interpretation or presentation.
• Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting.
• Assist with development and scoping of small‑to‑medium‑sized projects.
• Contribute to technical reports and presentations that explain research and findings to improve, prevent, control, restore, or address design and/or construction issues.
• Conduct engineering studies and surveys to gather information on design and construction challenges or to plan for future needs.
• Assist in analyzing, evaluating, and interpreting site investigation data, offering input for low‑to‑mid‑level risk mitigation activities.
• Assist in the preparation and implementation of site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs).
• Collaborate with other engineers, professionals, and infrastructure authorities on federally, state‑, regionally, locally, and privately funded projects.
• Mentor and support junior team members through technical guidance and knowledge sharing.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline.
• 3‑5 years of relevant post‑education experience in engineering and prior structural or civil design experience.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Knowledge of structural engineering principles, practices, processes, design/build, and application to project work‑related issues.
• Experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management, including rehabilitation and new design.
• Ability to coordinate with agency regulators and understand requirements.
• Knowledge of sustainability concepts and reducing hazardous substances/greenhouse gas.
• Knowledge of relevant structural and civil construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record‑keeping requirements.
• Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to engineering and non‑engineering audiences.
• Effective self‑leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks, follow instructions, work independently, and comply with company policies.
• Moderate proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, physics, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Experience with discipline‑specific design software (MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, InRoads, Geopak, GeoSlope, ANSYS, STADD, HEC‑RAS, HEC‑HMS).
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, statistical analysis, and arriving at effective, economical, logical solutions.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules beyond the typical workweek as needed.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Engineering.
• Essential Professional Licensure/Certification.

Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability throughout an employee’s career. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation or other personal time; paid parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation

Expected Salary: $82,800–$151,100 per year

Equal Opportunity Employer

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer protected by Race, Age, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Disability, and Protected Veteran Status.