Senior Structural Engineer – Substation

Jacobs; Chattanooga (TN); Hybrid; USD 114,400 - 150,075; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Chattanooga, TN, is looking for a Structural Engineer with over 10 years of experience in energy-related projects. Responsibilities include oversight of engineering tasks, design reviews, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. The candidate should have a bachelor's degree in civil/structural engineering and proficiency in tools such as Mathcad and RISA. This role offers a salary range of $114,400 to $150,075, alongside comprehensive benefits including an unlimited paid time off policy.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in structural engineering for electrical utility clients.
• Experience with electrical substation, transmission and distribution structures.
• Strong understanding of utility project structural aspects.

Responsibilities

• Work effectively with multi-disciplinary project teams.
• Review designs for consistency and cost-saving opportunities.
• Attend construction kickoff meetings and lead reviews.

Skills

Structural engineering

Proficient in structural analysis tools

Mentorship and team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer preferred

Tools

Mathcad

RISA

STAAD

Job description

Overview

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Energy & Power is experiencing tremendous growth, delivering the Energy Transition for utilities and private developers. Projects include transmission and substation work, electrification and decarbonization programs to expand grid capacity, high voltage interconnectors and offshore grids, and integration of these elements to build a cleaner and more resilient energy future.

You will be responsible for design, oversight and coordination with early career professionals, clients, and sub-consultants. You’ll direct, oversee and be responsible for the technical quality of challenging engineering tasks in accordance with client expectations, scope, budget, and schedule. Working with a team of project managers, engineers, and support staff you will provide structural engineering services for electrical generation and transmission projects.

Responsibilities Will Include

• Work effectively with multi-disciplinary global project teams, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to a learning environment, support fellow engineers, with mentoring opportunities and career development.
• Support an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought and Jacobs’s 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 in design.
• Develop conceptual designs and Scopes of Work for projects undergoing regulatory approvals.
• Respond to contractor requests for information (RFI).
• Attend pre-bid meetings and participate in project reviews.
• Perform a technical review of bids and recommend the most qualified bid.
• Attend construction kickoff meetings and lead constructability reviews with the construction oversight team.
• Guide engineering activities in the stage-gate process and review as-built drawings for final approval.

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, including one or more of the following facility types: electrical substation, transmission and distribution, thermal generation.
• Experience in structural engineering aspects of utility projects with a focus on structures typically used within electrical substations and related energy infrastructure.
• Proficient in structural analysis tools such as Mathcad, RISA, STAAD, STAAD Foundation, RISA3D, RISA Foundation, LPile, etc.

Compensation and Benefits

The base salary range for this position is $114,400.00 to $150,075.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Eligible employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. Some roles may be eligible for additional rewards including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

EEO and Application Notice

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. This position was posted on April 14, 2026 and will be open for at least 3 days.

About Jacobs

At Jacobs, we partner across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. We value collaboration and support in-person interactions as part of our culture and client delivery. We offer a hybrid working policy that enables a mix of Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations to help you deliver your best work.

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