HDR
Substation Senior Structural Engineer
HDR
HDR Engineering is looking for a Substation Senior Structural Engineer (Substation Sr. SE) to join our nationally ranked Power Delivery team. The Substation Sr. SE has broad technical knowledge and experience with the structural design components of high‑voltage electrical switchyard and substation projects up to 500 kV, including steel structure and foundation analysis & design.
Responsibilities
Lead, oversee, review, and/or execute structural engineering tasks for a variety of substation structural members such as rolled steel shapes, lattice steel framing, and folded plate tubular steel shapes, including detailed design, calculations, detailing for fabrication, and development of loading and concept drawings for submittal to a steel fabricator.
Lead, oversee, review, and/or execute foundation design tasks for substation structures, including drilled piers, spread footings, driven piles, and other types, using industry standard software.
Support physical substation layout designs, plans, elevations/sections, details, and associated bills of materials.
Prepare and/or review specifications for construction & materials.
Assign project tasks and provide technical guidance to project team members.
Coordinate and/or perform quality checks and reviews for project deliverables per the HDR Quality Management System (QMS) requirements to deliver world‑class quality.
Collaborate with transmission line civil/structural engineers to cross‑train and share resources.
Collaborate with other engineers to develop and maintain standards.
Work independently and direct, mentor, train, and/or supervise one or more 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 and attend training and seminars for professional growth.
Assist with developing technical papers and/or presentations to showcase HDR’s capabilities at conferences or other events.
Participate in project reviews as needed.
Provide occasional travel.
Preferred / Desired Qualifications
Master’s degree in Structural Engineering.
SE license or ability to obtain; preferred SE license in Hawaii and California.
Technical design experience with high‑voltage electrical switchyard and substation projects up to 500 kV.
Familiarity with NESC, NEC, IEEE, ANSI, ASCE‑113 and related standards.
Experience using PLS‑Tower and Mathcad Prime.
Previous consulting firm experience.
Minimum 10 years of technical design experience with high‑voltage substation projects, including foundation and steel structure design.
Working knowledge of AISC‑360, ASCE‑7, ACI‑318 and other standards.
Experience with STAAD, RISA, MFAD, L‑Pile or equivalents.
Track record of collaborating with diverse teams across regions and disciplines.
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 ten years of structural engineering experience as it relates to building design.
Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., PE or P.Eng).
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, RAM, ETABS, SAFE or similar analytical software.
Experience in design calculations and layouts.
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 the employee‑owned culture and active participation in it.
What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust, and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups foster a sense of belonging and supportive engagement across all employees.
Benefits We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, retirement savings with employer match, referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement. The targeted salary range for this position is $132,107 – $204,500, based on skills, experience, education, and location.
Primary Location United States, North Carolina, Charlotte
Other Locations
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
United 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
United 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
Industry Power
Schedule Full‑time
Employee Status Regular
Business Class Substation Engineering
Job Posting Date Nov 24, 2025
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management, Consulting, and Engineering
Industries Oil and Gas, Utilities, Appliances, Electrical, Electronics Manufacturing
EEO Statement At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
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HDR Engineering is looking for a Substation Senior Structural Engineer (Substation Sr. SE) to join our nationally ranked Power Delivery team. The Substation Sr. SE has broad technical knowledge and experience with the structural design components of high‑voltage electrical switchyard and substation projects up to 500 kV, including steel structure and foundation analysis & design.
Responsibilities
Lead, oversee, review, and/or execute structural engineering tasks for a variety of substation structural members such as rolled steel shapes, lattice steel framing, and folded plate tubular steel shapes, including detailed design, calculations, detailing for fabrication, and development of loading and concept drawings for submittal to a steel fabricator.
Lead, oversee, review, and/or execute foundation design tasks for substation structures, including drilled piers, spread footings, driven piles, and other types, using industry standard software.
Support physical substation layout designs, plans, elevations/sections, details, and associated bills of materials.
Prepare and/or review specifications for construction & materials.
Assign project tasks and provide technical guidance to project team members.
Coordinate and/or perform quality checks and reviews for project deliverables per the HDR Quality Management System (QMS) requirements to deliver world‑class quality.
Collaborate with transmission line civil/structural engineers to cross‑train and share resources.
Collaborate with other engineers to develop and maintain standards.
Work independently and direct, mentor, train, and/or supervise one or more 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 and attend training and seminars for professional growth.
Assist with developing technical papers and/or presentations to showcase HDR’s capabilities at conferences or other events.
Participate in project reviews as needed.
Provide occasional travel.
Preferred / Desired Qualifications
Master’s degree in Structural Engineering.
SE license or ability to obtain; preferred SE license in Hawaii and California.
Technical design experience with high‑voltage electrical switchyard and substation projects up to 500 kV.
Familiarity with NESC, NEC, IEEE, ANSI, ASCE‑113 and related standards.
Experience using PLS‑Tower and Mathcad Prime.
Previous consulting firm experience.
Minimum 10 years of technical design experience with high‑voltage substation projects, including foundation and steel structure design.
Working knowledge of AISC‑360, ASCE‑7, ACI‑318 and other standards.
Experience with STAAD, RISA, MFAD, L‑Pile or equivalents.
Track record of collaborating with diverse teams across regions and disciplines.
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 ten years of structural engineering experience as it relates to building design.
Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., PE or P.Eng).
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, RAM, ETABS, SAFE or similar analytical software.
Experience in design calculations and layouts.
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 the employee‑owned culture and active participation in it.
What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust, and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups foster a sense of belonging and supportive engagement across all employees.
Benefits We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, retirement savings with employer match, referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement. The targeted salary range for this position is $132,107 – $204,500, based on skills, experience, education, and location.
Primary Location United States, North Carolina, Charlotte
Other Locations
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
United 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
United 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
Industry Power
Schedule Full‑time
Employee Status Regular
Business Class Substation Engineering
Job Posting Date Nov 24, 2025
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management, Consulting, and Engineering
Industries Oil and Gas, Utilities, Appliances, Electrical, Electronics Manufacturing
EEO Statement At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
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