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Senior Structural Engineer Substation (Houston)

MSR Technology Group

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Structural Engineer – Substation

Location: Houston, TX
Permanent Role • Excellent Benefits • Competitive Compensation • Room for Growth

We are seeking a Senior Structural Engineer – Substation to lead structural design, analysis, and execution for substation and infrastructure projects. This role offers strong technical leadership opportunities, career advancement, and an excellent benefits package.

About the Role

This senior-level position is responsible for leading structural design activities from concept through completion across a diverse portfolio of substation and utility-related projects. The engineer will oversee structural modeling, design reviews, project documentation, technical leadership, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead structural design for substation projects from conceptual engineering through final design.
  • Prepare and evaluate specifications, design criteria, RFQs, and technical bid summaries.
  • Manage project schedules, structural design budgets, and staffing coordination.
  • Conduct structural analysis using engineering codes and industry software tools.
  • Oversee QA/QC processes, including drawing reviews, model checks, and design verification.
  • Mentor junior engineers and provide technical direction to project teams.
  • Review vendor drawings and coordinate with suppliers, designers, and other technical disciplines.
  • Support proposal development, cost estimates, and project pursuit activities.
  • Perform field inspections, site walks, and resolve design issues during construction.
  • Prepare technical reports, calculations, and structural documentation.
  • Support collaboration with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Structural Engineering or a related discipline from an ABETaccredited program.
  • Minimum 7 years of structural engineering experience (substation or utility experience preferred).
  • Strong knowledge of structural design codes (e.g., IBC, AISC, ACI).
  • Experience with EPC or large-scale infrastructure projects preferred.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Strong analytical, problemsolving, and technical leadership abilities.
  • Proficiency with structural analysis and modeling tools.
Additional Details
  • Location: Houston, TX
  • Travel: Occasional (as needed for field work)
  • Employment Type: Fulltime, permanent
  • Compensation: Competitive, based on experience
    • Benefits: Excellent benefits package with strong opportunities for growth and advancement
Vacancy posted 15 days ago
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