Senior Structural Engineer - Substation

Matchtech Group; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Professional development

Challenging projects

Job summary

Matchtech Group seeks a Senior Structural Engineer specializing in substation projects to join our client’s team in Houston. This permanent role focuses on delivering world-class structural designs for new builds, alterations, and redevelopments across heavy industries.

You will lead design from concept to completion, prepare specifications and data sheets, review vendor drawings, and mentor junior engineers while coordinating with clients, suppliers, and other disciplines.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree in structural engineering or related field.
• FE exam completed or in progress is acceptable.
• PE licence preferred; strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design from conceptual phase through design completion.
• Prepare structural specifications, data sheets, RFQs, technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.
• Review structural vendor drawings and liaise with suppliers, clients, and other engineering disciplines.
• Develop project schedules, scopes, budgets, staffing, and construction plans, managing change orders.
• Lead field inspections, installations, measurements, and calculations for clients.
• Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications.
• Mentor less experienced engineers and build client relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

ABET-accredited degree

FE exam completed

PE licence preferred

Tools

MS Office

CAD software

Job description

Our client, a leader in the energy sector, is currently seeking a Senior Structural Engineer with a focus on substation projects to join their team in Houston. This permanent role is integral to delivering world‑class designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments across various sectors, including power, process, corporate, healthcare, pipeline, airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government, and military facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead structural design from conceptual phase through design completion, ensuring all project needs and requirements are met.
• Prepare structural equipment specifications, data sheets, RFQs, technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.
• Review structural vendor drawings and liaise with suppliers, clients, and other engineering disciplines.
• Develop project schedules, scopes, budgets, staffing, and construction plans, managing change orders effectively.
• Utilise expert knowledge of structural concepts, practices, codes, and procedures to tackle complex projects.
• Conduct quality reviews of production drawings and construction administration.
• Lead field inspections, installations, measurements, and calculations for both public and private clients.
• Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, customers, and contractors.
• Assist with sales and marketing initiatives and identify new business opportunities.
• Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to less experienced engineers.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering or a related field from an ABET‑accredited program, OR
• Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering Technology from an ABET‑accredited program with FE exam completion, OR
• Master's Degree in Structural Engineering with significant experience.
• Extensive experience in structural engineering, preferably in EPC projects.
• Expert knowledge in standard structural design codes (e.g., IBC, AISC, ACI, ASCE7).
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience leading design for large projects and guiding team members.
• Strong problem‑solving, organisational, and analytical skills.
• Ability to perform detailed quality reviews and travel as required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) Licence preferred.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work on a variety of challenging and impactful projects
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Comprehensive employee benefits package

If you are a seasoned Structural Engineer with a passion for delivering exceptional substation projects, we would love to hear from you.