Senior Structural Engineer - Substation

GFT

Roanoke, VA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$110,000–$140,000 Per Year
SKILLS
AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, Bentley MicroStation, Best Practices, Civil Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Design Services, Engineering Consulting, Insurance, Microsoft Project, Performance Management, Professional Engineer, Project Management Software, Project/Program Management, Sales Management, Structural Engineering, Technical/Engineering Design, Training/Teaching, Tuition Reimbursement
LOCATION
Roanoke, VA
POSTED
Today

Senior Structural Engineer – Substation (Power Group)Locations: St. Louis, MO; Roanoke, VA; Charlotte, NC; Pittsburgh, PA; Phoenix, AZ; Chicago, IL; Marlton, NJ.What You Will DoLead or support utility and power substation projects ranging from 34.5 kV to 500 kV.Develop substation structural steel and foundation drawings and calculations for new and existing substations.Prepare specifications for substation structural materials.Collaborate internally to pursue power substation projects regionally and nationally, increasing GFT presence.Develop and nurture client relationships, working across multiple disciplines.Participate actively in proposal bids, reports, and presentations.Education & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (minimum).Professional Engineer license or path to licensure.8+ years progressive experience in design, engineering, and project management in the power and utility industry.Experience in the consulting engineering profession.Proficiency with project management software (Microsoft Project or similar).Design experience in high‑voltage substation and transmission projects.Experience creating quality technical solutions for major power delivery projects.Commitment to business performance, continuous improvement, and best practices.Preferred QualificationsAdvanced degree strongly preferred.Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or Inventor.Experience with structural engineering finite element software.CompensationThe salary range for this role is $110,000 to $140,000, dependent on experience and geographic location.Featured BenefitsHybrid work environment.Comprehensive benefits package: wellness programs, parental leave, pet insurance, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan.Competitive paid‑time‑off accrual.Tuition reimbursement for continued education.Professional development support and access to internal and external training.Incentive compensation for eligible positions.Company OverviewGFT is a privately held AEC firm specializing in transportation, water, power, and building infrastructure. We aim to innovate across these disciplines to build stronger communities and a healthier planet.Equal Opportunity EmployerGFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans' status, or other characteristics protected by law.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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