Structural Engineer - Substation (Houston/Austin)

Description + Design and analyze structural systems for substations, including steel support structures, structure foundations, equipment foundations, and control enclosure foundations, ensuring compliance with industry standards such as ASCE, AISC, and ACI. + Develop detailed foundation construction drawings, construction specifications, and steel structure detail drawings. + Perform structural calculations and finite element analysis for steel structures. + Perform foundation structural calculations for shallow and deep foundations. + Analyze substation rigid bus and insulators based on client requirements and applicable codes and standards (ASCE, IEEE). + Coordinate with civil engineers to understand the grading design to incorporate with the foundation scope. + Lead and mentor assistant-level engineers in the execution of engineering tasks and project deliverables. + Coordinate with electrical engineers and other disciplines to ensure the integration of civil/structural designs with overall substation design. + Participate in the company's quality program for all engineering designs and packages prior to issuing to clients. + Actively coordinate with procurement, construction, and project managers to ensure successful EPC project delivery. + Provide construction support by reviewing and responding to RFIs submitted from the field. + Perform site visits for project kick-off meetings, site investigations, and scoping opportunities. + Prepare engineering reports, technical specifications, construction specifications, and material takeoffs. + Ensure projects comply with client requirements, utility standards, and applicable codes and regulations. + Manage project schedules and budgets, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery. Qualifications + Bacheloru2019s degree in Structural Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program and 3 years of structural engineering experience required. + Or Bacheloru2019s degree in Structural or related Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited program, successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 3 years of structural engineering experience required. + Master's Degree of Science degree in Structural Engineering and 2 years of structural engineering experience required. + Strong knowledge of standard engineering techniques and procedures. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. + Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills. + Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures. + Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite). + Strong computer skills include structural analysis programs (e.g., RISA 3D), AutoCAD, ETABS, SAFE and BIM (e.g., Revit and Tekla). + Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills. + Engineers in Training-EIT Certification required. + Professional Engineering License preferred. This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled. EEO/Disabled/Veterans Job Structural Engineering Primary Location US-TX-Houston Other Locations US-TX-Austin Schedule: Full-time Travel: Yes, 20 % of the Time Req ID: 260894 Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MG #T&D

Created: 2026-04-04