Substation Structural Engineering Manager — Hybrid Role

Rg Vanderweil.Com; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Competitive compensation

Wellness programs

Job summary

Vanderweil Engineers is seeking a Manager of Structural Engineering for our Power Group. The role focuses on leading structural design for transmission and distribution substations, with responsibilities spanning analysis, document production, and project leadership.

Located in a hybrid setting, the candidate will mentor junior engineers and collaborate with geotechnical teams while expanding our design solutions for nationwide infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of structural engineering experience.
• 5+ years in substation structural design for transmission and/or distribution facilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• PE license required.
• Proficient with structural software like STAAD.Pro, RISA-3D, RAM Structural System, L-Pile, CSI SAFE, MFAD, or MathCAD.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structural engineering and design of both transmission and distribution substations, including new builds, expansions, and retrofits.
• Perform and review structural analysis and design using software such as RISA-3D, STAAD.Pro, L-Pile, RAM Structural System, CSI SAFE, or MathCAD.
• Develop and oversee the production of structural construction documents, including detailed specifications, plans, and calculations for steel, concrete, and foundation systems.
• Evaluate existing structures for loading capacity, retrofit needs, and compliance with current codes.
• Coordinate with geotechnical teams for interpretation and application of soil data into foundation design.
• Support and lead field investigations, constructability reviews, and site assessments.
• Review and approve delegated design work from subconsultants or junior engineers, ensuring compliance with engineering best practices and project requirements.
• Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior engineers, designers, and drafters.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Team coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

PE license

Tools

STAAD.Pro

RISA-3D

RAM Structural System

L-Pile

CSI SAFE

MathCAD

MFAD

Job description

Vanderweil Engineers is seeking a Manager of Structural Engineering for our Power Group. The role focuses on leading structural design for transmission and distribution substations, with responsibilities spanning analysis, document production, and project leadership.

Located in a hybrid setting, the candidate will mentor junior engineers and collaborate with geotechnical teams while expanding our design solutions for nationwide infrastructure projects.