Substation Senior Structural Engineer

HDR; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 132,107 - 204,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time away

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Substation Senior Structural Engineer in Montana to lead structural design for high-voltage switchyard projects. This role demands a Master's in Structural Engineering and at least 10 years of experience in detailed engineering. Responsibilities include overseeing design tasks, performing foundation analysis, and mentoring junior team members. The position offers a competitive salary range of $132,107 to $204,500 and requires strong technical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of technical design experience in high-voltage substation projects.
• Professional engineering license recognized in the state of employment.
• Technical design experience with high-voltage electrical switchyard projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead detailed engineering tasks for substation structural members.
• Perform foundation design for substation structures.
• Mentor and supervise junior engineers and CAD/Designers.

Skills

Structural engineering design

Team collaboration

Foundation design

Technical communication

Project management

Education

Master’s degree in Structural Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

STAAD

RISA

Mathcad Prime

Microsoft Office

Job description

Substation Senior Structural Engineer

HDR is seeking a Substation Senior Structural Engineer (Substation Sr. SE) to join our nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals. The role focuses on structural design for high‑voltage switchyard and substation projects up to 500 kV, including steel structures and foundation analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead, oversee, review, or execute detailed engineering tasks for substation structural members such as rolled steel shapes, lattice steel framing, and folded plate tubular steel shapes.
• Perform foundation design for substation structures, including drilled piers, spread footings, driven piles, and other types, using industry‑standard software.
• Support physical substation layout designs including plans, elevations/sections, details, and bills of materials.
• Prepare or review construction and material specifications.
• Assign project tasks and provide technical guidance to team members.
• Coordinate quality checks and reviews of deliverables in line with HDR Quality Management Systems.
• Collaborate with transmission line civil/structural engineers and other disciplines to share resources and develop standards.
• Mentor, train, and supervise junior engineers, Project Engineers, EITs, or CAD/Designers.
• Lead multiple projects concurrently across different locations.
• Engage in technical development through training, seminars, technical papers, or conference presentations.
• Participate in project reviews as needed.
• Travel may be required.

Preferred / Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Structural Engineering.
• SE license or ability to obtain; license in Hawaii or California is a plus.
• Technical design experience with high‑voltage electrical switchyard and substation projects up to 500 kV.
• Familiarity with NESC, NEC, IEEE, ANSI, ASCE‑113 and other industry standards.
• Experience with design software such as PLS‑Tower, Mathcad Prime, STAAD, RISA, MFAD, L‑Pile, or equivalent.
• Consulting firm experience.
• Minimum 10 years of technical design experience in high‑voltage substation projects.
• Knowledge of AISC‑360, ASCE‑7, ACI‑318 and related standards.
• Cooperative teamwork across regional, departmental, and technical managers.
• Strong written and verbal communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Self‑starter with ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of structural engineering experience related to building design.
• Professional engineering license recognized in the state of employment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, RAM, ETABS, SAFE, or similar analytical software.
• Experience in design calculations, layouts, and detailing in steel, concrete, masonry, and wood.
• Understanding of gravity and lateral analysis.
• Experience with an architectural, engineering, or consulting firm.
• Commitment to HDR’s employee‑owned culture.

What We Believe

HDR builds on diverse experiences and perspectives to create great things every day, fostering an inclusive culture of collaboration and trust that supports our clients and communities.

Our Commitment

As employee‑owners, we create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and respected. Our eight Employee Network Groups support belonging and empowerment.

Benefits

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

Compensation

The targeted salary range for this position (based on experience and location) is $132,107 – $204,500.

Primary Location

United States – North Carolina – Charlotte

Other Locations

• United States – Texas – Round Rock
• United States – Pennsylvania – Bethlehem
• United States – Oregon – Salem
• United States – Maryland – Baltimore
• United States – Montana – Missoula
• United States – Texas – Houston
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• United States – Montana – Bozeman
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• United States – Michigan – Detroit
• United States – North Dakota – Bismarck
• United States – Maine – Portland
• United States – California – Oakland
• United States – North Dakota – Fargo
• United States – New Hampshire – Manchester
• United States – New Jersey – Woodcliff Lake
• United States – Florida – Jacksonville
• United States – Illinois – Chicago
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• United States – Idaho – Boise
• United States – North Carolina – Raleigh
• United States – Texas – San Antonio
• United States – West Virginia – Charleston
• United States – Connecticut – Hartford

Schedule

Full‑time

Employment Type

Regular

Job Posting Date

November 24, 2025

EEO Statement

HDR is committed to the principles of employment equity. HDR is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records.