Senior Structural Engineer - Substation

GFT; Roanoke (VA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work environment

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development support

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for a Senior Structural Engineer to lead and support power substation projects. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in design and engineering within the power and utility industry. Responsibilities include developing structural drawings and collaborating on projects regionally. A Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and a Professional Engineer license are required. The compensation ranges from $110,000 to $140,000, and a comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in design, engineering, and project management in the power and utility industry.
• Design experience in high-voltage substation and transmission projects.
• Commitment to business performance, continuous improvement, and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support utility and power substation projects ranging from 34.5 kV to 500 kV.
• Develop substation structural steel and foundation drawings and calculations.
• Collaborate internally to pursue power substation projects regionally and nationally.

Skills

Experience in consulting engineering

Project management

Client relationship management

Technical solution creation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Professional Engineer license or path to licensure

Advanced degree (strongly preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Finite element software

Project management software (Microsoft Project)

Job description

Senior Structural Engineer – Substation (Power Group)

Locations: St. Louis, MO; Roanoke, VA; Charlotte, NC; Pittsburgh, PA; Phoenix, AZ; Chicago, IL; Marlton, NJ.

What You Will Do

• Lead or support utility and power substation projects ranging from 34.5 kV to 500 kV.
• Develop substation structural steel and foundation drawings and calculations for new and existing substations.
• Prepare specifications for substation structural materials.
• Collaborate internally to pursue power substation projects regionally and nationally, increasing GFT presence.
• Develop and nurture client relationships, working across multiple disciplines.
• Participate actively in proposal bids, reports, and presentations.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (minimum).
• Professional Engineer license or path to licensure.
• 8+ years progressive experience in design, engineering, and project management in the power and utility industry.
• Experience in the consulting engineering profession.
• Proficiency with project management software (Microsoft Project or similar).
• Design experience in high‑voltage substation and transmission projects.
• Experience creating quality technical solutions for major power delivery projects.
• Commitment to business performance, continuous improvement, and best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree strongly preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or Inventor.
• Experience with structural engineering finite element software.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $110,000 to $140,000, dependent on experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits

• Hybrid work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package: wellness programs, parental leave, pet insurance, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid‑time‑off accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Professional development support and access to internal and external training.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview

GFT is a privately held AEC firm specializing in transportation, water, power, and building infrastructure. We aim to innovate across these disciplines to build stronger communities and a healthier planet.

Equal Opportunity Employer

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status, or other characteristics protected by law.