Senior Substation Structural Engineer - Hybrid Work

WSP in the U.S.; Boise (ID); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Remote options

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Senior Level Substation Structural Engineer to lead the design of foundations, structures, and control buildings for electrical substations. You will self-perform and guide others, coordinate with multiple disciplines, and ensure constructability and code compliance across projects.

Boise and other US locations are considered. The role requires strong English communication, extensive structural analysis expertise, and the ability to manage schedules and budgets while

Qualifications

• BSCE from ABET-accredited college.
• 5–7 years post-education experience in structural design.
• Expertise in structural analysis including steel and concrete design.
• Advanced knowledge of building codes (ASCE, ACI, AISC, IEEE).
• PE exam completed or licensed.
• Strong written and oral communication in English.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Independently or in teams to meet objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineers, designers, and drafters in electrical substation structural design.
• Perform bus analysis calculations and coordinate with multiple disciplines.
• Prepare calculation packages satisfying client, code, and WSP requirements.
• Develop structural construction specifications, cost estimates, and project schedules.
• Review shop drawings, respond to RFIs, and provide construction phase support.
• Ensure plans meet client and WSP standards and quality.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Skills

Structural analysis

Steel design

Concrete design

Foundation design

Bus analysis

Project coordination

Technical writing

Education

ABET-accredited BSCE

Tools

RISA

MathCAD

LPile

Excel

Job description

WSP USA is seeking a Senior Level Substation Structural Engineer to lead the design of foundations, structures, and control buildings for electrical substations. You will self-perform and guide others, coordinate with multiple disciplines, and ensure constructability and code compliance across projects.

Boise and other US locations are considered. The role requires strong English communication, extensive structural analysis expertise, and the ability to manage schedules and budgets while