Senior Substation Structural Engineer – Power Delivery

WSP in the U.S.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 82,800 - 151,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking an Experienced Substation Structural Engineer to join our Power Delivery Substation Civil/Structural Group. Openings exist in Freeport, ME and other U.S. locations including New York, OH, MI, MN, and more.

You will lead planning, analysis, and design of structural solutions for electrical substations, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance with industry standards. Collaboration across teams will be essential, with opportunities to mentor junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering or closely related discipline.
• 3–5 years of post‑education engineering experience, with structural or civil design.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Knowledge of structural/design principles and code/permit requirements.
• Experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management.

Responsibilities

• Provide planning, analysis, design, and delivery of structural solutions for electrical substations.
• Produce reports, material documentation, and construction specifications to high industry standards.
• Model, analyze, and design steel structures, rigid bus supports, and foundations.
• Coordinate with regulators and project teams to ensure compliance.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to safety and quality programs.

Skills

Critical thinking

Effective self-leadership

Interpersonal communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Engineer in Training Certification

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

ArcGIS

InRoads

Geopak

GeoSlope

ANSYS

STADD

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

Job description

WSP USA is seeking an Experienced Substation Structural Engineer to join our Power Delivery Substation Civil/Structural Group. Openings exist in Freeport, ME and other U.S. locations including New York, OH, MI, MN, and more.

You will lead planning, analysis, and design of structural solutions for electrical substations, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance with industry standards. Collaboration across teams will be essential, with opportunities to mentor junior staff.