Substation Structural Lead Engineer – Hybrid Role

Black & Veatch Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 149,000 - 249,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & Veatch Corporation is seeking a Senior Substation Structural Engineer to lead design and analysis of high‑profile substation projects. You will collect data, perform calculations, and develop recommendations while ensuring schedule and budget adherence.

The role requires strong leadership and cross‑discipline collaboration within a dynamic, hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in structural engineering for substations, an active PE license, and a proven

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering; minimum 11 years related work experience.
• Active PE license highly preferred; licensure supports engineer of record requirements.
• Experience designing and leading utility-scale electrical substations or similar fields.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design engineering and analysis for substation scopes.
• Collect data, perform calculations, and ensure compliance with standards.
• Develop equipment/material recommendations within budgets and schedules.
• Mentor engineering staff and coordinate across multiple disciplines.

Skills

Structural engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

RISA 3D

STAAD Pro

LPile

RISA Foundation

SP-Mats

Job description

Black & Veatch Corporation is seeking a Senior Substation Structural Engineer to lead design and analysis of high‑profile substation projects. You will collect data, perform calculations, and develop recommendations while ensuring schedule and budget adherence.

The role requires strong leadership and cross‑discipline collaboration within a dynamic, hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in structural engineering for substations, an active PE license, and a proven