Senior Structural Engineer - Substation Job at The Planet Group, Houston, TX

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  • The Planet Group
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

🚧 Senior Structural Engineer – Substation

📍 Houston, TX | 🕒 Full-Time | 💼 Permanent

About the Role

Join a dynamic team at the forefront of designing and developing critical electrical infrastructure. This high-impact role gives you the opportunity to shape the future of power substations through innovative and reliable structural solutions.

As a Senior Structural Engineer – Substation , you’ll lead projects end-to-end—from conceptual design through construction—ensuring safe, efficient, and code-compliant structural systems that support vital energy operations.

🛠️ Key Responsibilities

  • Lead structural design for substation and transmission infrastructure projects
  • Oversee full project lifecycle: concept, design, execution, and construction support
  • Perform and review structural analysis and design (steel, foundations, etc.)
  • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across engineering, procurement, and construction
  • Ensure compliance with industry codes and standards
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development
  • Review drawings, calculations, and engineering documentation

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or related field (ABET-accredited)
  • 8–15 years of structural engineering experience (EPC experience preferred)
  • Strong expertise in:
  • Steel design & foundation design
  • Structural analysis tools (RISA, STAAD Pro)
  • Deep knowledge of codes and standards: AISC, ASCE 7, IBC, ACI
  • Proven experience leading projects and managing cross-functional teams
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license highly preferred

Nice to Have

  • Experience in transmission & distribution infrastructure
  • Substation structural design (including drilled shafts and steel structures)
  • Experience managing project scope, schedules, and budgets
  • Vendor coordination and field inspection experience

Preferred Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or Engineering Technology (Master’s a plus)
  • FE exam completed
  • 7+ years of experience in structural engineering within EPC or power industry environments

Additional Details

  • Travel: <10% (project site visits)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and engineering tools required
  • Strong leadership and team-building capabilities

Why Join Us?

Take on a challenging and rewarding role that blends technical expertise with leadership in the power industry. Be part of a company that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth—while making a real impact on critical infrastructure.

Apply now or reach out to learn more!

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office

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