Substation Project Structural Engineer

HDR; Vancouver (WA); Hybrid; USD 90,682 - 145,990; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Substation Project Structural Engineer for their Power Delivery team. This role includes executing structural engineering and foundation design for substation structures while mentoring junior staff and ensuring quality project deliverables.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, a professional engineering license, and at least five years of relevant experience. HDR offers a robust benefits package and competitive compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering is required.
• Must have a professional engineering license recognized in the region.
• Minimum five years of experience in structural engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute structural engineering tasks for substations.
• Design foundations and prepare specifications for construction.
• Coordinate project tasks and perform quality checks.

Skills

Structural engineering

Project management

Technical design

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Professional engineering license (PE or P.Eng)

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

RISA

STAAD

SAP

Job description

Substation Project Structural Engineer

HDR Engineering seeks a Substation Project Structural Engineer for our Power Delivery team.

Responsibilities

• Execute structural engineering tasks for substation structural members, including rolled steel shapes, lattice steel framing, and folded plate tubular steel shapes; detailed design, calculations, and detailing for fabrication or development of loading and concept drawings for submittal to a steel fabricator.
• Execute foundation design tasks for substation structures, including drilled piers, spread footings, driven piles, and other types, using industry-standard software.
• Prepare and review specifications for construction and materials.
• Assign project tasks to EITs and provide technical guidance to non-structural project team members.
• Coordinate and perform quality checks and reviews for project deliverables per HDR QMS requirements.
• Collaborate with other engineers to develop and maintain standards.
• Work independently and mentor and train EITs and designers.
• Execute multiple projects concurrently across different locations.
• Participate in project reviews as needed; some travel may be required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Professional engineering license recognized in the region of employment (e.g., PE or P.Eng).
• Professional experience as a structural engineer.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, RISA, STAAD, SAP, Tedds, RAM, ETABS, SAFE or similar.
• Previous work with an architectural, engineering, or consulting firm.
• Commitment to an employee‑owned culture; active participation required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum five years of technical design experience with high‑voltage electrical switchyard and substation projects, including foundation and steel structural design.
• Experience with NESC, NEC, IEEE, ANSI, ASCE‑113 and other industry standards.
• Experience using design software such as PLS‑Tower, Mathcad Prime, MicroStation, STAAD, RISA, MFAD, L‑Pile or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of AISC‑360, ASCE‑7, ACI‑318 and other standards.
• Strong written and verbal communication, conceptual, organizational, problem‑solving, collaboration skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

Provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement.

Location

Primary: Charlotte, North Carolina. Other U.S. locations are available.

Schedule

Full‑time, regular employee.

Compensation

Target salary range: $90,682 – $145,990, based on experience, education, and location.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are committed to the principles of employment equity and are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrests, and convictions.