Substation Structural Engineer - Lead Design, Relocation

Ellaway Blues Consulting; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Ellaway Blues Consulting is seeking a Structural Engineer to join its growing team in the United States, focusing on switchyards and substations for a leading energy solutions company. The role emphasizes technical leadership, collaboration with EPC teams, and delivering world-class, quality-focused construction drawings.

You will review complex designs, mentor peers, and ensure safety, quality, and compliance while coordinating with clients and vendors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or related field from an accredited institution.
• At least 5 years of structural engineering experience focusing on switchyards/substations or industrial energy infrastructure.
• Proficient in interpreting grounding, area classification, single-line, schematic, and motor control drawings; knowledge of protective devices and coordination.
• Experience in dynamic foundation and vibration analysis; deep foundation systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design efforts for substation projects and serve as a technical authority as needed.
• Conduct and review complex analyses and designs using current standards and tools.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to manage RFIs, change orders, deliverables, and procurement.
• Review vendor documentation for compliance with specifications.
• Mentor team members and provide guidance across projects.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in design quality and efficiency.
• Develop standardized engineering practices and reusable templates.
• Stay informed on emerging technologies and industry best practices.

Skills

Structural design

Engineering analyses

Project management

Mentorship

Communication

Quality & safety

Education

Bachelor's in Structural Engineering

Tools

SAP2000

MathCAD

IdeaStatica

Hilti software

Job description

Ellaway Blues Consulting is seeking a Structural Engineer to join its growing team in the United States, focusing on switchyards and substations for a leading energy solutions company. The role emphasizes technical leadership, collaboration with EPC teams, and delivering world-class, quality-focused construction drawings.

You will review complex designs, mentor peers, and ensure safety, quality, and compliance while coordinating with clients and vendors.