Lead Substation Structural Engineer (HV)

HDR; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 90,682 - 145,990; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Employee ownership

Inclusive culture

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Substation Project Structural Engineer to design and execute high voltage electrical substation projects up to 500 kV. You will mentor junior engineers and collaborate with multi-office teams to deliver sustainable power systems. The role includes significant independent work, and requires a PE license and extensive design experience in electrical infrastructure. A comprehensive benefits package is available, and the expected salary range is $90,682 – $145,990.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of technical design experience with high voltage projects.
• Professional engineering license (PE or P.Eng) required.
• Experience in structural engineering consulting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structural engineering for substation projects up to 500 kV.
• Design foundations for complex structures using software.
• Review project deliverables for quality assurance.

Skills

Technical design experience

Familiarity with NESC, NEC, IEEE, ANSI, ASCE-113

Proficiency in AutoCAD and design software

Problem-solving skills

Strong written and verbal communication

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

STAAD

RISA

MATLAB

SAP

Job description

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Substation Project Structural Engineer to design and execute high voltage electrical substation projects up to 500 kV. You will mentor junior engineers and collaborate with multi-office teams to deliver sustainable power systems. The role includes significant independent work, and requires a PE license and extensive design experience in electrical infrastructure. A comprehensive benefits package is available, and the expected salary range is $90,682 – $145,990.