Substation Structural Engineer
On-siteAtlanta, Georgia, United States
Job Summary
Provide technical assistance and guidance for the planning, analysis, design, and delivery of structural engineering solutions supporting electrical substation projects. Prepare structural calculations, design criteria, and calculation packages to satisfy client standards, applicable codes, and project requirements. Produce and/or review structural drawings and deliverables, including design drawings and fabrication-ready documentation as required by project scope. Coordinate with cross-functional disciplines to support integrated substation design solutions and utilize structural analysis and finite element modeling tools to evaluate and size structural systems and foundations. Maintain quality control standards and perform QA/QC reviews of structural deliverables prior to submission. Review shop drawings, respond to RFIs, and provide support during the construction phase. Mentor and support the development of junior team members through technical guidance and knowledge sharing. Perform professional structural engineering work supporting electrical substation projects, including steel structures, rigid bus support design, and reinforced concrete foundations.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline (or equivalent experience)
- 3 to 5 years of relevant post‐education experience in structural engineering, including design experience supporting electrical substation structures and foundations
- Engineer in Training Certification
- Knowledge of structural engineering principles and practices, including steel design, concrete design, soil mechanics, and foundation design
- Knowledge of building codes and standards (ACI, AISC, ASCE, etc.)
- Working knowledge of relevant structural codes, standards, and client requirements; ability to interpret and apply requirements to design deliverables
- Experience with structural analysis and/or finite element modeling software (e.g., RISA‐3D, STAAD Pro, or similar)
- Strong attention to detail, effective self-leadership, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment
- Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, capable of expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience
- Moderate proficiency with technical writing, office automation, spreadsheets, and engineering software tools
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
- Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek
- Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements
Desired Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Engineering
- Experience in electric utility substation structural design
- Seismic design experience
- Experience with MathCAD, LPile, RISA, STAAD Pro, and/or similar tools used for substation structural and foundation design
- Professional Engineering license (PE) or the ability to obtain licensure and ability to obtain licensure in multiple states
- Demonstrated ability to support multiple concurrent projects with awareness of budgets and schedules
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