HDR
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity and actively encourage a diverse, inclusive work environment where your authentic self is celebrated. We are seeking a Substation Senior Structural Engineer (Substation Sr. SE) to join our nationally ranked Power Delivery team.
Substation Senior Structural Engineer As a Substation Sr. SE, you will lead the structural engineering and design components of high‑voltage switchyard and substation projects up to 500 kV, working alongside PMs and cross‑functional teams. You will oversee detailed design, calculations, and coordination of steel and foundation systems; support substation layout and documentation; and mentor junior engineers. You will also contribute to best‑practice development and deliver high‑quality outputs across multiple office locations.
Responsibilities
Lead, oversee, review, and execute structural engineering tasks for substation structural members such as rolled steel shapes, lattice steel framing, and folded plate tubular steel shapes.
Lead, oversee, review, and execute foundation design tasks for substation structures, including drilled piers, spread footings, driven piles, and other foundations.
Support physical substation layout designs, plans, elevations, details, and associated bills of materials.
Prepare and review specifications for construction and materials.
Assign project tasks and provide technical guidance to team members.
Coordinate and perform quality checks and reviews for project deliverables per HDR Quality Management Systems requirements.
Collaborate with transmission line civil/structural engineers to cross‑train and share resources.
Collaborate with other engineers to develop and maintain design standards.
Work independently and mentor or supervise Project Engineers, EITs, or CADD/Designers.
Lead multiple projects concurrently, utilizing teams in different locations.
Work with senior engineers and technical leaders to identify and develop specific technical expertise.
Assist with developing technical papers and presentations showcasing HDR’s capabilities at industry conferences.
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 preferred; SE license in Hawaii and California is a plus.
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.
Proficiency with PLS‑Tower and Mathcad Prime.
Previous consulting firm experience.
Minimum 10 years of technical design experience in high‑voltage switchyard and substation projects, including foundation and steel structural design.
Working knowledge of AISC‑360, ASCE‑7, ACI‑318 and other standards.
Experience using STAAD, RISA, MFAD, L‑Pile or equivalent design software.
Track record of working cooperatively with diverse teams, regional, department, and technical managers.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong conceptual, organizational, problem‑solving, and collaboration skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
Minimum of 10 years structural engineering experience related to building design.
Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., PE or P. Eng).
Experience with analytical software such as AutoCAD, RAM, ETABS, SAFE or similar.
Design calculations and layout experience.
Ability to design and detail in steel, concrete, masonry, and wood.
Understanding of gravity analysis and lateral analysis.
Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or consulting firm.
Commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture.
Benefits We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance and success, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, retirement savings with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The salary range for this position is $132,107–$204,500, depending on skills, experience, education and location.
Location
United States – North Carolina – Charlotte
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
United States – California – Irvine
United States – Wisconsin – Madison
United States – New York – Buffalo
United States – Washington – Tacoma
United States – Nevada – Reno
United States – Colorado – Fort Collins
United States – California – Folsom
United States – Oregon – Portland
United States – Montana – Bozeman
United States – Colorado – Durango
United States – Washington – Seattle
United States – Nevada – Las Vegas
United States – Montana – Billings
United States – Texas – Dallas
United States – Montana – Helena
United States – Washington – Spokane
United States – Virginia – Arlington
United States – Washington – Pasco
United States – Texas – Austin
United States – California – Claremont
United States – Massachusetts – Boston
United States – Colorado – Denver
United States – Oregon – Bend
United States – Missouri – St. Louis
United States – Arizona – Tucson
United States – Arkansas – Little Rock
United States – Pennsylvania – Mechanicsburg
United States – Washington – Olympia
United States – Washington – Vancouver
United States – Colorado – Colorado Springs
United States – Wisconsin – Milwaukee
United States – Hawaii – Honolulu
United States – Maryland – Fulton
United States – Arizona – Phoenix
United States – Kentucky – Louisville
United States – Georgia – Atlanta
United States – South Carolina – Greenville
United States – Illinois – Rosemont
United States – California – Walnut Creek
United States – Tennessee – Memphis
United States – Montana – Kalispell
United States – Virginia – Richmond
States – Washington – Gig Harbor
United States – Rhode Island – Providence
United States – Ohio – Cleveland
United States – Florida – Tampa
United States – Florida – West Palm Beach
United States – Ohio – Columbus
United States – Tennessee – Chattanooga
United States – Kentucky – Lexington
United States – Kansas – Olathe
United States – Georgia – Pooler
United States – Washington – Bellevue
United States – Missouri – Kansas City
United States – North Carolina – Wilmington
United States – Tennessee – Nashville
United States – California – San Jose
United States – New Jersey – Newark
United States – Florida – Pensacola
United States – New Mexico – Albuquerque
United States – New York – White Plains
United States – Minnesota – St. Paul
United States – California – San Francisco
United States – South Carolina – Charleston
United States – Virginia – Roanoke
United States – South Carolina – Columbia
United States – Virginia – Vienna
United States – Florida – Orlando
United States – Alaska – Anchorage
United States – Minnesota – Minneapolis
United States – Pennsylvania – Pittsburgh
United States – New York – Syracuse
United States – California – San Diego
United States – Virginia – Norfolk
United States – Pennsylvania – Philadelphia
United States – Virginia – Glen Allen
United States – California – Riverside
United States – Nebraska – Lincoln
United States – Montana – Butte
United States – Florida – Miami
United States – Nebraska – Omaha
United States – New Jersey – Pennington
United States – California – Sacramento
United States – Connecticut – Rocky Hill
United States – New York – New York
United States – Michigan – Ann Arbor
United States – Utah – Salt Lake City
United States – North Carolina – Winston‑Salem
United States – Virginia – Alexandria
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
States – California – Los Angeles
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
Business Class Substation Engineering
Employment Equity Statement At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
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Substation Senior Structural Engineer As a Substation Sr. SE, you will lead the structural engineering and design components of high‑voltage switchyard and substation projects up to 500 kV, working alongside PMs and cross‑functional teams. You will oversee detailed design, calculations, and coordination of steel and foundation systems; support substation layout and documentation; and mentor junior engineers. You will also contribute to best‑practice development and deliver high‑quality outputs across multiple office locations.
Responsibilities
Lead, oversee, review, and execute structural engineering tasks for substation structural members such as rolled steel shapes, lattice steel framing, and folded plate tubular steel shapes.
Lead, oversee, review, and execute foundation design tasks for substation structures, including drilled piers, spread footings, driven piles, and other foundations.
Support physical substation layout designs, plans, elevations, details, and associated bills of materials.
Prepare and review specifications for construction and materials.
Assign project tasks and provide technical guidance to team members.
Coordinate and perform quality checks and reviews for project deliverables per HDR Quality Management Systems requirements.
Collaborate with transmission line civil/structural engineers to cross‑train and share resources.
Collaborate with other engineers to develop and maintain design standards.
Work independently and mentor or supervise Project Engineers, EITs, or CADD/Designers.
Lead multiple projects concurrently, utilizing teams in different locations.
Work with senior engineers and technical leaders to identify and develop specific technical expertise.
Assist with developing technical papers and presentations showcasing HDR’s capabilities at industry conferences.
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 preferred; SE license in Hawaii and California is a plus.
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.
Proficiency with PLS‑Tower and Mathcad Prime.
Previous consulting firm experience.
Minimum 10 years of technical design experience in high‑voltage switchyard and substation projects, including foundation and steel structural design.
Working knowledge of AISC‑360, ASCE‑7, ACI‑318 and other standards.
Experience using STAAD, RISA, MFAD, L‑Pile or equivalent design software.
Track record of working cooperatively with diverse teams, regional, department, and technical managers.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong conceptual, organizational, problem‑solving, and collaboration skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
Minimum of 10 years structural engineering experience related to building design.
Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., PE or P. Eng).
Experience with analytical software such as AutoCAD, RAM, ETABS, SAFE or similar.
Design calculations and layout experience.
Ability to design and detail in steel, concrete, masonry, and wood.
Understanding of gravity analysis and lateral analysis.
Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or consulting firm.
Commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture.
Benefits We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance and success, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, retirement savings with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The salary range for this position is $132,107–$204,500, depending on skills, experience, education and location.
Location
United States – North Carolina – Charlotte
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
United States – California – Irvine
United States – Wisconsin – Madison
United States – New York – Buffalo
United States – Washington – Tacoma
United States – Nevada – Reno
United States – Colorado – Fort Collins
United States – California – Folsom
United States – Oregon – Portland
United States – Montana – Bozeman
United States – Colorado – Durango
United States – Washington – Seattle
United States – Nevada – Las Vegas
United States – Montana – Billings
United States – Texas – Dallas
United States – Montana – Helena
United States – Washington – Spokane
United States – Virginia – Arlington
United States – Washington – Pasco
United States – Texas – Austin
United States – California – Claremont
United States – Massachusetts – Boston
United States – Colorado – Denver
United States – Oregon – Bend
United States – Missouri – St. Louis
United States – Arizona – Tucson
United States – Arkansas – Little Rock
United States – Pennsylvania – Mechanicsburg
United States – Washington – Olympia
United States – Washington – Vancouver
United States – Colorado – Colorado Springs
United States – Wisconsin – Milwaukee
United States – Hawaii – Honolulu
United States – Maryland – Fulton
United States – Arizona – Phoenix
United States – Kentucky – Louisville
United States – Georgia – Atlanta
United States – South Carolina – Greenville
United States – Illinois – Rosemont
United States – California – Walnut Creek
United States – Tennessee – Memphis
United States – Montana – Kalispell
United States – Virginia – Richmond
States – Washington – Gig Harbor
United States – Rhode Island – Providence
United States – Ohio – Cleveland
United States – Florida – Tampa
United States – Florida – West Palm Beach
United States – Ohio – Columbus
United States – Tennessee – Chattanooga
United States – Kentucky – Lexington
United States – Kansas – Olathe
United States – Georgia – Pooler
United States – Washington – Bellevue
United States – Missouri – Kansas City
United States – North Carolina – Wilmington
United States – Tennessee – Nashville
United States – California – San Jose
United States – New Jersey – Newark
United States – Florida – Pensacola
United States – New Mexico – Albuquerque
United States – New York – White Plains
United States – Minnesota – St. Paul
United States – California – San Francisco
United States – South Carolina – Charleston
United States – Virginia – Roanoke
United States – South Carolina – Columbia
United States – Virginia – Vienna
United States – Florida – Orlando
United States – Alaska – Anchorage
United States – Minnesota – Minneapolis
United States – Pennsylvania – Pittsburgh
United States – New York – Syracuse
United States – California – San Diego
United States – Virginia – Norfolk
United States – Pennsylvania – Philadelphia
United States – Virginia – Glen Allen
United States – California – Riverside
United States – Nebraska – Lincoln
United States – Montana – Butte
United States – Florida – Miami
United States – Nebraska – Omaha
United States – New Jersey – Pennington
United States – California – Sacramento
United States – Connecticut – Rocky Hill
United States – New York – New York
United States – Michigan – Ann Arbor
United States – Utah – Salt Lake City
United States – North Carolina – Winston‑Salem
United States – Virginia – Alexandria
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
States – California – Los Angeles
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
Business Class Substation Engineering
Employment Equity Statement At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
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