Minneapolis
38 days ago
Senior-Level Structural Engineer (Substation Projects)



Senior-Level Structural Engineer (Substation Projects) Job Summary

POWER Engineers, a member of WSP, is looking for a Senior-Level Structural Engineer with a strong background in structural engineering for electrical substations. This position is in the Power Delivery Substation Department of our Minneapolis office located in Burnsville, Minnesota. Flexibility is available for a hybrid work environment (employee will need to live within driving distance of the office).

Roles and ResponsibilitiesAll aspects of substation structural design including preparation of steel performance drawings, fabrication drawings and foundation designDevelopment of steel and concrete construction specifications, cost estimates, engineering proposals and project schedulesUnderstand and incorporate typical structural code requirementsCoordination with all disciplines contributing to electrical substation designPreparation of calculation packages to satisfy client and code requirementsPerform QA/QC for deliverables to clientsSupport Project Manager and Project Engineer with project reporting needsSupport proposal developmentSupport the mentorship and training of other team membersShall understand and adhere to client standards and processes while working individually or within a team to complete complex and technically challenging designsOccasional travel will be requiredRequired Education/Experience                                                                         Ability to function as a Structural Engineer in the Minneapolis location of our Substation Business UnitBSCE (Bachelor of Science in Civil/Structural Engineering) degree from an accredited college8+ or more years of experience in structural engineeringSuccessful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) ExamMechanical reasoning skills and attention to detailFinite Element modeling experience; Risa3D or STAAD ProFamiliarity with structural analysis, concrete design, steel design, soil mechanics and foundation designDemonstrate the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, tracking and organizing many tasks of varying importance and sizeAbility to perform calculations to size steel structures and concrete foundationsProven ability and desire to mentor and help othersStrong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills in order to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnelLegally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without the need for work sponsorshipDesired Education/Experience10+ years of experience in structural engineeringSeismic design experienceExperience with RISA, MathCAD, LPile, and STAAD are beneficialProfessional Engineering license (PE) or the ability to obtain licensure and ability to obtain licensure in multiple statesAbility to successfully participate in multiple projects concurrently and manage budgets and schedules


POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, POWER and WSP’s 73,900 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you’ll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world’s most challenging projects.

At POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.

Our compensation package includes competitive compensation, professional development, and a full benefit package:

Medical/Dental/VisionPaid HolidaysVacation/Paid Sick LeaveVoluntary Life Insurance401KTelehealth Benefit covers all providersMaternity and Paternity LeaveNew Dads and Moms Benefit programFertility BenefitsGender affirming care

We are a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!

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POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities Email
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