Senior Civil/ Structural Engineer

AtkinsRéalis; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Employee stock purchase plan

Employee assistance program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Civil/Structural Engineer to lead and execute civil/structural design for power grid substations. The role supports remote or hybrid work from the nearest office, with responsibility for site development, foundations, equipment supports, and durability of designs.

The candidate should have a BS in Civil/Structural Engineering, 10+ years in the field, and preferably PE registration, with utility project experience and strong client communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• PE registration preferred.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of professional experience in civil/structural engineering.
• Prior utility or utility consulting experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead substation civil/structural design and reviews for facilities and sites.
• Develop civil/site development, foundations, equipment support structures, and control buildings.
• Coordinate design activities with multi-disciplinary teams to meet schedules and budgets.
• Provide construction support including site visits, queries, and inspections.
• Mentor and guide developing engineers within the department.

Skills

Project leadership

Client-focused

English communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Structural design software

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Civil/ Structural Engineer to join our team remotely or hybrid out of the nearest office to lead and work on various Power Grid Utility and Substation Engineering projects.

About You

• Reports to our Engineering Manager and the position requires working independently on fast paced technically complex design projects.
• Supporting or leading substation engineering project teams, with the development of in‑ground and above‑ground civil/foundation and structural calculations, plans and details.
• Work within a multi‑discipline team to develop and/or review efficient and reliable civil/structural design packages for medium and high voltage substations.
• Lead Substation civil/structural design to develop and/or review civil site development, foundations, equipment support structures, control buildings, ancillary structures, material lists, etc.
• Perform design studies/calculations and demonstrate a good working knowledge of physical substation design.
• Coordinate design activities to maintain project schedules, budget, quality requirements to ensure successful project completion.
• Assist in site visits and station walkdowns, estimating, and attending project meetings.
• Accountable to provide design activities in accordance with applicable codes and standards, including AtkinsRéalis' policies and procedures, such as Safety, Environmental, Quality Assurance and Quality Control.
• Prepare specifications for material, equipment, and construction work Deliver accurate and thorough civil/structural designs that will meet industry standards and specifications and meet prudent engineering practices Review internal and external designs for code compliance, good design practice and constructability.
• Coordinate design activities with other multi‑discipline project team members Provide construction support including resolving site queries, attending site meetings, and performing site inspections during the construction phase of projects.
• Maintain complete project documentation with respect to engineering studies and calculations, all design packages, as‑built requirements and return data information.
• Maintain good working relationship with internal groups that support projects such as other engineering disciplines, Drafting, Project Management etc.
• Mentor and provide guidance to developing engineers within the department.

Your role

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of professional experience focused on the development of civil/structural engineering for Senior positions. Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience focused on the development of civil/structural engineering for Intermediate positions.
• A Professional Engineer (PE) registration preferred.
• Prior utility or utility consulting experience.
• Strong client focus.
• A high level of interpersonal communication skills, including a strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of applicable industry standards including IEEE, ANSI, NERC, and FERC regulations.
• Ability to perform independently and in a team environment and provide project ownership.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, as well as other typical structural design software.
• Additional hours may be necessary as workload dictates.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company‑paid life and short‑and long‑term disability benefits, employer‑matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $110,000 - $150,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug‑Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

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