Job Description

Civil / Structural Engineer – Transmission & Substation (EPC) (PE license needed)

Work Model: Remote or Hybrid

Locations Supported: Midwest & Mountain West

Travel: Up to 25%

About the Role

A leading EPC contractor supporting Transmission Line and Substation infrastructure projects is seeking an experienced Civil / Structural Engineer to support preconstruction, estimating, and project execution teams. This role will manage the Engineer of Record (EOR) process, review engineering deliverables, and provide technical oversight across multiple utility-scale projects.

This position offers a remote or hybrid work option with occasional travel to project sites and regional offices.

Key Responsibilities

• Support preconstruction, estimating, and project execution teams by managing the Engineer of Record (EOR) for EPC transmission and substation projects.
• Review and approve all engineering submittals from the EOR.
• Review and interpret civil and structural construction plans, engineering reports, design-basis documents, stormwater calculations, and best management practices.
• Perform and review designs for transmission line and substation foundations and structural steel components.
• Review and, when required, prepare plans, calculations, drawings, technical specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Analyze reports, maps, drawings, geotechnical data, and topographical surveys to support project design and planning.
• Manage third-party professional service providers including:
• Aerial & ALTA surveys
• Geotechnical investigations
• Civil and structural design firms
• Environmental consultants
• Hydrology and permitting teams
• Support field services including soil testing and land surveying.
• Coordinate closely with Project Executives and Project Managers to align engineering, environmental permitting, geotechnical, and construction services.
• Provide permitting support and compliance coordination, communicating directly with authorities having jurisdiction.
• Utilize Civil 3D, MFAD, and related engineering software to support project teams.
• Provide engineering input for proposals and cost estimates.
• Optimize designs to drive constructability and cost savings.
• Maintain compliance with all professional, ethical, and business conduct standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of civil/structural design experience supporting substations and/or transmission lines.
• Minimum 2 years of field experience preferred.
• Experience in substation structural design, including:
• Structural steel
• Concrete structures
• Foundations & geotechnical engineering
• Experience reviewing:
• Substation structures
• Rigid bus systems
• Oil spill containment systems
• Retaining walls
• Control buildings & fire walls
• Site layouts, grading, stormwater management, and erosion control
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering preferred
• Prior EPC project experience strongly preferred

Technical Skills

• Strong ability to review and interpret:
• Engineering drawings
• Permits
• Environmental reports
• Construction documents
• Familiar with substation and transmission line design, construction, or operations
• Knowledge of utility-scale:
• Substations
• Battery Energy Storage (BESS)
• Renewable power infrastructure
• Proficient with:
• MFAD
• AutoCAD
• MicroStation
• PLS Tower & PLS Pole
• ArcGIS
• Power system and civil design software

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Collaborative team-focused mindset
• Ability to coordinate across engineering, construction, environmental, and client teams

Compensation & Benefits (Anonymous Summary)

• Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)
• Weekly pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage (low deductibles)
• Health & wellness reimbursement program
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match and profit sharing
• Tuition & professional development assistance
• Company-paid disability, life, and travel insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Additional voluntary insurance programs

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