Substation Civil Structural Engineer 2

Commonwealth Associates, Inc. • ,

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About The Position

Under general supervision, the Substation Civil Structural Engineer supports the design and development of electrical substation projects by applying civil and structural engineering principles. The role builds on foundational experience, with increasing ability to execute design tasks, perform engineering calculations, and contribute to project deliverables.

The Engineer continues to develop technical expertise in substation site design, grading, foundations, and structural systems while collaborating with internal teams and supporting client interactions.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of relevant civil or structural engineering experience, including internship or full-time experience, in utility, infrastructure, or related design work; alternatively, a Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to substation design, site development, or structural design.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge of substation civil and structural design practices, including site layout, grading, drainage, foundations, and steel and concrete structural components.
• Support preparation of engineering deliverables, including site plans, grading plans, foundation designs, structural details, reports, and specifications.
• Perform basic to moderately complex engineering calculations, such as foundation design, structural loading, and drainage analysis, using standard methods.
• Assist with development and QA/QC of design deliverables in accordance with the company’s quality program.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary electrical, structural, and civil teams to align design components.
• Communicate with internal team members and support client interactions for data requests, site visits, and design clarifications as needed.
• Participate in site visits to support data collection, field verification, and design development.
• Assist in managing task-level schedules, priorities, and deliverables under the guidance of senior engineers or project managers.
• Identify process-improvement opportunities and support continuous-improvement initiatives.
• Develop an understanding of client needs and project drivers and support the project team in meeting expectations.
• Collect, organize, and manage engineering data to support design activities.
• Complete timesheets, expense reports, and assigned tasks accurately and on time.
• Maintain awareness of project scope and communicate potential changes or concerns to project leadership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level