Civil/Structural Engineering Manager – Electrical Substations

Switzerland Global Enterprise

Civil Engineering Manager leading a team of civil engineers for high voltage substation projects at GE Vernova. Responsible for resource planning, project execution, and quality assurance in engineering deliverables.

Posted 5/14/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $113,200 - $188,800 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

lead direct reports, sub-disciplines, and contractors in civil engineering design for projects
guide and direct lead civil engineers at project launching phase & during project execution
ensure proper management of interfaces with partners and main suppliers
allocate civil engineering resources required to execute the projects
develop quality procedures, processes, and organizes knowledge capitalization to improve engineering efficiency
oversee, lead & coordinate the civil engineering team, coordinating design efforts across discipline managers
accountable for civil engineering design budgets, schedule adherence, technical change orders, and quality on ongoing projects
ensure civil engineers are following the Quality Management System and Code of Conduct

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited university
15+ years of experience with high voltage substation civil/structural design including EPC projects
5+ years of experience leading a substation civil engineering team
Professional Engineering License in the United States and willingness to review & seal drawings
Ability and willingness to travel 20% of the time, including international, and must comply with all relevant company travel and tax policies

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
tuition assistance
adoption assistance
paid parental leave
disability benefits
life insurance
12 paid holidays
permissive time off

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Hard Skills & Tools

civil engineering designhigh voltage substation designstructural engineeringEPC projectsquality management systemtechnical change ordersbudget managementschedule adherenceresource allocationknowledge capitalization

Soft Skills

leadershipteam coordinationcommunicationproject managementinterpersonal skills

Certifications

Professional Engineering LicenseBachelor’s degree in Civil EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering