Substation Civil/Structural EIT/Designer
Listed on 2026-07-10
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Structural Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Substation Civil
- Structural Engineer
HDR is looking for a Substation Civil
- Structural Engineer to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals.
The successful candidate will be a part of a team that provides design support for large, medium, and small‑scale substation engineering projects. This is an excellent growth opportunity for a self‑directed individual who wants to learn and take on new challenges.
Responsibilities- Prepare engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports and designs for electrical substations (Low, Medium and High Voltage).
- Prepare calculations, design sketches and redline drawings.
- Work with Designers and CADD Technicians to develop drawings in accordance with national design standards, safety codes and project specifications and requirements.
- Develop design deliverables including fabrication level steel drawings and foundation construction drawings.
- Participate on site visits during the design, construction and as‑built phases of projects.
- May also 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.
- Some travel may be required.
Due to client contract requirements - US naturalized citizenship is required.
Preferred Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or related engineering field
- Master's degree
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Self‑motivated and ability to take initiative.
- EIT certification or ability to pass the FE exam within 6 months strongly preferred. Candidates hired without their EIT will be titled "Designer" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.
- Experience with Tedds, Lpile or similar structural design software.
- Prior experience consulting or working for an electric utility is a plus.
- Expose to substation design is a plus
- Local candidates preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- Computer skills in Microsoft Office
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture
Location:
United States‑Virginia‑Glen Allen | Other Locations:
United States‑Virginia‑Roanoke, United States‑Virginia‑Vienna |
Schedule:
Full‑time | Employee Status:
Regular | Business Class:
Substation Engineering | Job Posting:
Jan 16, 2026
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