Substation Lead Structural Engineer

Remote, full-time Substation Lead Structural Engineer position focused on structural design, analysis, and evaluations for utility substation projects.

Responsibilities

• Apply standard structural engineering principles, techniques, and design criteria to complete assigned engineering work
• Create engineering plans, specifications, calculations, and observation reports aligned with quality and industry standards
• Deliver detailed structural design and evaluations for utility substation projects, including steel structures and foundation systems
• Review and verify design calculations, drawings, and engineering deliverables prepared by others
• Investigate and resolve complex 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
• Assist with project pursuit activities as needed, including business development, marketing, and technical proposal work
• Partner with engineering technicians and other engineers to support successful project delivery
• Use emerging technologies and AI tools to improve workflows, problem-solving, and engineering efficiency

Requirements

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

Technologies

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

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
• 401(k)
• Retirement Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Schedule, Tuition Reimbursement, and other benefits

Job Details

• Location: West Fargo, ND (remote)
• Schedule: Full-time
• Pay range: $130,000 - $164,500 per year (DOE)
• Open to qualified candidates throughout the United States

Work Authorization and Equal Employment

• Work sponsorship is not available at this time
• Third-party candidates will not be considered
• Equal employment opportunity provided without regard to protected characteristics under federal or state law
• Reasonable accommodations available for applicants who request them for the hiring process