Substation Lead Structural Engineer

The Substation Lead Structural Engineer will lead structural engineering work for utility substation projects, supporting design, analysis, and evaluations across steel structures and foundation systems. This remote, full-time role is available to qualified candidates across the United States.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply structural engineering principles, techniques, and design criteria to complete engineering assignments.
• Develop engineering plans, specifications, calculations, and observation reports aligned with quality and industry standards.
• Perform detailed structural design and evaluations for utility substation projects, including steel structures and foundation systems.
• Review and verify design calculations, drawings, and engineering work prepared by other professionals.
• Investigate and resolve design challenges using analysis, field observations, and innovative engineering solutions.
• Coordinate design activities and collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Recommend design improvements to support quality, efficiency, and constructability.
• Prepare technical reports, project documentation, and client correspondence.
• Engage with clients to understand project requirements and provide engineering support.
• Support project pursuits through business development, marketing, and technical proposal activities as needed.
• Work closely with engineering technicians and other engineers to support successful project delivery.
• Leverage emerging technologies and AI tools to improve workflows, problem-solving, and engineering efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field from an ABET-accredited program (or equivalent).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Minimum 7 years of structural engineering experience preferred.
• Authorization to work permanently in the United States required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Structural Engineer (SE) license preferred.
• Experience with electrical utility substation layout and design preferred.
• Strong knowledge of structural steel design, drilled pier design, spread footing design, and detailing.
• Proficiency with structural analysis and design software such as MathCAD, STAAD, foundation design programs, or equivalent modeling tools.
• Knowledge of AISC and ACI design standards required; familiarity with ASCE and NESC standards preferred.
• Basic proficiency with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation preferred.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in both office and field environments.

Technologies

• MathCAD
• STAAD
• AutoCAD
• MicroStation
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Location and Work Schedule

Harwood, ND (remote). This is a remote, full-time position open to qualified candidates throughout the United States.

Compensation

Salary range: $130,000 - $164,500 (DOE).

Benefits

• Paid holidays: 8
• PTO starting at 15 days
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401k
• Retirement Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Schedule
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Other benefits

Work Authorization and Hiring Limitations

• Work sponsorship is not available at this time.
• Third-party candidates will not be considered for this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodations

ACS Professional Staffing provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to the applicant’s race. The company will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if requested.

Contact

For questions about the job posting, contact [email protected]. For questions about the Reasonable Accommodation Policy, email [email protected].