Lead Substation Structural Engineer & Design Leader

Jacobs

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a seasoned structural engineer in Chicago to lead design and review activities for electrical utility projects, including substations and energy infrastructure. The role emphasizes mentorship, technical direction, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams.

The candidate will review standards, identify cost-saving opportunities, and guide projects through regulatory approvals and stage-gate processes.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering from an accredited university.
Licensed Professional Engineer preferred.
10+ years of experience in structural engineering, preferably for electrical utility clients, with experience in electrical substation, transmission and distribution, or thermal generation facilities.
Experience in structural engineering aspects of utility projects, focusing on designs for structures typically used within an electrical substation and/or related energy infrastructure.
Proficient in structural analysis tools such as Mathcad, RISA, STAAD, STAAD Foundation, RISA3D, RISA Foundation, LPile, etc.

Responsibilities

Work effectively with multi-disciplinary global project teams, clients, and other stakeholders.
Contribute to a learning environment, support fellow engineers, and participate in mentorship activities.
Support the team in fostering an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought and reflects Jacobs’ Culture of Caring.
Provide technical direction and review of designs developed by intermediate and entry-level engineers.
Review existing client standards for incorporation into program and project delivery.
Review designs for cost-saving opportunities and consistency.
Develop conceptual designs and scopes of work for projects undergoing regulatory approvals.
Respond to contractor requests for information (RFI).
Attend and participate in project pre-bid meetings.
Perform technical reviews of bids received and recommend the most qualified bid.
Attend construction kickoff meetings.
Lead constructability meetings with the construction oversight team.
Guide the project through engineering activities in the stage gate process.
Review as-built drawings and approve them when finalized.