Substation Senior Structural EngineerJoin to apply for the Substation Senior Structural Engineer role at HDR.At HDR, our employee‑owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. We foster a culture of inclusion and continually ask: What is our impact on the world?Watch our story: HDR Story .Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. You will help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted, and delivered as global energy demands grow.ResponsibilitiesLead, oversee, review, and/or execute structural engineering tasks for a variety of substation structural members such as rolled steel shapes, lattice steel framing, and folded plate tubular steel shapes.Lead, oversee, review, and/or execute foundation design tasks for substation structures, including drilled piers, spread footings, driven piles, and potentially other types, using industry standard software.Support physical substation layout designs, plans, elevations/sections, details, and associated bills of materials.Prepare and review specifications for construction & materials.Assign project tasks and provide technical guidance to project team members.Coordinate and/or perform quality checks and reviews for project deliverables per HDR QMS requirements.Collaborate with transmission line civil/structural engineers to cross‑train and share resources.Collaborate with other engineers to develop and maintain standards.Work independently and direct, mentor, train, and/or supervise one or more Project Engineers, EIT's, or CADD/Designers.Lead multiple projects concurrently, utilizing teams in different locations.Work with senior engineers and technical leaders to identify and develop specific technical expertise and attend training and seminars focused on further development.Assist with developing technical papers and/or presentations that showcase HDR's technical capabilities at industry conferences or other events.Participate in project reviews as needed.May require some travel.Preferred / Desired QualificationsMaster's degree in Structural Engineering.SE license or ability to obtain (e.g., Hawaii, California).Technical design experience with high‑voltage electrical switchyard and substation projects up to 500 kV.Familiarity with NESC, NEC, IEEE, ANSI, ASCE‑113 and other industry standards.Experience using PLS‑Tower, Mathcad Prime, and consulting firm experience.Minimum 10 years of technical design experience with high‑voltage projects, including foundation and steel structural design.Knowledge of AISC‑360, ASCE‑7, ACI‑318 and other standards.Experience using STAAD, RISA, MFAD, L‑Pile or equivalent.Strong communication, problem‑solving, and collaboration skills.Self‑starter and team player.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.Minimum 10 years of structural engineering experience.Professional engineering license recognized in the location (PE or P.Eng).Proficiency in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, RAM, ETABS, SAFE or similar analysis software.Experience in design calculations and layouts.Ability to design and detail steel, concrete, masonry, and wood.Understanding of gravity and lateral analysis.Previous experience with an architectural/engineering consulting firm.Commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture.Benefits – We provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes, dental, vision, short & long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement.Targeted salary range: $132,107 - 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