Mid-Level Structural Engineer

WSP in the U.S.; Boise (ID); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Retirement savings

Paid sick leave and vacation

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. is seeking an experienced Substation Structural Engineer for our Billings, MT office, considering candidates from various locations including Boise, ID. The successful candidate will perform professional engineering work on substation projects, while also mentoring junior team members and ensuring quality control.

Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering and 3 to 5 years of relevant experience. The role offers a salary range of $90,000 - $120,000 along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of relevant post-education experience in structural engineering.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of building codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering work supporting electrical substation projects.
• Develop construction specifications and cost estimates.
• Mentor and support junior team members.

Skills

Structural engineering principles

Design experience supporting electrical substation structures

Finite element modeling software (e.g., RISA-3D, STAAD Pro)

Interpersonal and communication skills

Technical writing and automation proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Engineer in Training Certification

Tools

RISA-3D

STAAD Pro

MathCAD

Job description

Overview

Job Description WSP is initiating a search for an experienced Substation Structural Engineer for our Billings, MT office. The following locations will also be considered: Denver, CO; Boise, ID; Hailey, ID; Overland Park, KS.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional structural engineering work supporting electrical substation projects, including steel structures, rigid bus support design, and reinforced concrete foundations.
• Prepare structural calculations, design criteria, and calculation packages to satisfy client standards, applicable codes, and project requirements.
• Develop construction specifications (steel and concrete), cost estimates, and technical inputs for proposals and project schedules.
• Produce and/or review structural drawings and deliverables, including design drawings and fabrication-ready documentation as required by project scope.
• Coordinate with cross-functional disciplines (electrical, civil, geotechnical, and construction) to support integrated substation design solutions.
• Utilize structural analysis and finite element modeling tools to evaluate and size structural systems and foundations.
• Maintain quality control standards and perform QA/QC reviews of structural deliverables prior to submission.
• Support Project Managers and Project Engineers with reporting needs and technical coordination.
• Review shop drawings, respond to RFIs, and provide support during the construction phase.
• Assist with scoping and execution of small- to medium-sized tasks and project workstreams.
• Mentor and support the development of 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 and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 3 to 5 years of relevant post-education experience in structural engineering, including design experience supporting electrical substation structures and foundations.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Knowledge of structural engineering principles and practices, including steel design, concrete design, soil mechanics, and foundation design.
• Knowledge of building codes and standards (ACI, AISC, ASCE, etc.).
• Working knowledge of relevant structural codes, standards, and client requirements; ability to interpret and apply requirements to design deliverables.
• Experience with structural analysis and/or finite element modeling software (e.g., RISA-3D, STAAD Pro, or similar).
• Strong attention to detail, effective self-leadership, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
• Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, capable of expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Moderate proficiency with technical writing, office automation, spreadsheets, and engineering software tools.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Engineering.
• Experience in electric utility substation structural design.
• Seismic design experience.
• Experience with MathCAD, LPile, RISA, STAAD Pro, and/or similar tools used for substation structural and foundation design.
• Professional Engineering license (PE) or the ability to obtain licensure and ability to obtain licensure in multiple states.
• Demonstrated ability to support multiple concurrent projects with awareness of budgets and schedules.

Disclaimer

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Benefits and Compensation

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

Compensation: Expected Salary (all locations): $90,000 - $120,000. WSP USA reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range and to offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by law.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. WSP designs lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets with more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S.

EEO and Notices

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

Notice to Agencies

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of WSP, and WSP reserves the right to hire that candidate without providing a fee to the recruiter or agency.