Structural Engineer – Substation

Olsson

Structural Engineer designing substation infrastructure at Olsson. Leading structural design projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams to modernize power delivery systems.

Posted 6/4/2026full-timeRemote • Arizona, Colorado, Kansas, Montana, New York, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform and lead structural design for substation facilities, including foundations, steel structures, equipment supports, and miscellaneous structural components.
Support projects through all phases including conceptual design, detailed engineering, permitting support, and construction administration.
Work closely with electrical engineers, designers, and other disciplines to ensure coordinated, constructible designs.
Provide technical guidance and review of designs prepared by junior engineers and designers.
Participate in client meetings, respond to contractor RFIs, and provide construction support as needed, including limited travel to project sites.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering (structural emphasis).
6+ years of progressive structural engineering experience, preferably including substation or industrial facilities.
Experience designing concrete foundations and structural steel systems.
Working knowledge of relevant codes and standards (ACI, AISC, IBC, ASCE).
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Professional Engineer (PE) licensure preferred or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Receive a competitive 401(k) match
Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
Traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.)
Opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance

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Hard Skills & Tools

structural designfoundations designsteel structures designequipment supports designconcrete foundationsstructural steel systemspermitting supportconstruction administrationtechnical guidancedesign review

Soft Skills

communicationorganizationalproblem-solving

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Structural EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Civil EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) licensure