Substation Structural Engineer

WSP in the U.S.; St. Louis (MO); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

WSP USA is seeking an experienced Substation Structural Engineer for our Duluth, GA office, with consideration for Baton Rouge, LA and other locations. You will support electrical substation projects by designing steel structures, rigid bus supports, and foundations, while coordinating with electrical, civil, geotechnical, and construction teams.

The role requires 3–5 years of post-education experience, a Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, and an Engineer in Training

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering or closely related discipline required.
• 3–5 years of post-education structural engineering experience, with design for substation structures and foundations.
• Engineer in Training Certification or PE licensure preferred.

Responsabilités

• Provide planning, analysis, design, and delivery of structural engineering solutions for electrical substation projects.
• Prepare design calculations, criteria, and calculation packages to meet codes and client standards.
• Develop construction specifications, cost estimates, and technical inputs for proposals and schedules.
• Produce and review structural drawings and fabrication-ready documents.
• Coordinate with electrical, civil, geotechnical, and construction teams for integrated designs.
• Utilize structural analysis and finite element modeling tools to size systems and foundations.
• Perform QA/QC reviews and support project reporting and coordination.
• Review shop drawings, respond to RFIs, and assist during construction.
• Mentor junior team members and ensure adherence to safety and company policies.

Connaissances

Structural engineering

Concrete design

Soil mechanics

Foundation design

Interpersonal communication

Technical writing

Project coordination

Formation

Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Engineer in Training Certification

Master’s Degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Outils

RISA-3D

STAAD Pro

MathCAD

LPile

Description du poste

Job Description

WSP is currently initiating a search for an experienced

Job Description

WSP is currently initiating a search for an experienced Substation Structural Engineer for our Duluth, GA office. The following locations will also be considered: Baton Rouge, LA. Be involved in projects with our Power & Energy Civil Structural Substation Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.

This Opportunity

Provides technical assistance and guidance for the planning, analysis, design, and delivery of structural engineering solutions supporting electrical substation projects. Tasks may include assisting with engineering design, calculation development, specifications, and construction documentation for load-bearing structures and structural elements (steel structures, rigid bus supports, and foundations). Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, structural soundness, and functionality.

Your Impact

• Perform professional structural engineering work supporting electrical substation projects, including steel structures, rigid bus support design, and reinforced concrete foundations.
• Prepare structural calculations, design criteria, and calculation packages to satisfy client standards, applicable codes, and project requirements.
• Develop construction specifications (steel and concrete), cost estimates, and technical inputs for proposals and project schedules.
• Produce and/or review structural drawings and deliverables, including design drawings and fabrication-ready documentation as required by project scope.
• Coordinate with cross-functional disciplines (electrical, civil, geotechnical, and construction) to support integrated substation design solutions.
• Utilize structural analysis and finite element modeling tools to evaluate and size structural systems and foundations.
• Maintain quality control standards and perform QA/QC reviews of structural deliverables prior to submission.
• Support Project Managers and Project Engineers with reporting needs and technical coordination.
• Review shop drawings, respond to RFIs, and provide support during the construction phase.
• Assist with scoping and execution of small- to medium-sized tasks and project workstreams.
• Mentor and support the development of junior team members through technical guidance and knowledge sharing.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 3 to 5 years of relevant post‑education experience in structural engineering, including design experience supporting electrical substation structures and foundations.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Knowledge of structural engineering principles and practices, including steel design, concrete design, soil mechanics, and foundation design.
• Knowledge of building codes and standards (ACI, AISC, ASCE, etc.).
• Working knowledge of relevant structural codes, standards, and client requirements; ability to interpret and apply requirements to design deliverables.
• Experience with structural analysis and/or finite element modeling software (e.g., RISA‑3D, STAAD Pro, or similar).
• Strong attention to detail, effective self-leadership, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
• Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, capable of expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Moderate proficiency with technical writing, office automation, spreadsheets, and engineering software tools.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Engineering.
• Experience in electric utility substation structural design.
• Seismic design experience.
• Experience with MathCAD, LPile, RISA, STAAD Pro, and/or similar tools used for substation structural and foundation design.
• Professional Engineering license (PE) or the ability to obtain licensure and ability to obtain licensure in multiple states.
• Demonstrated ability to support multiple concurrent projects with awareness of budgets and schedules.

Disclaimer

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

WSP Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

About WSP

ABOUT US

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.