Job OverviewJoin to apply for the Senior Substation Civil 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 believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you will help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow.HDR Engineering is looking for a Senior Substation Civil Structural Engineer to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals.Primary ResponsibilitiesLead, oversee, review, and/or develop physical/outdoor substation designs and drawings including yard layouts, general arrangements, plans, sections and details, foundation plans, structural details, grounding, lightning protection, control building arrangements, interior and exterior raceways, and associated bills of material.Lead, oversee, review, and/or execute structural engineering tasks for a variety of substation structural members, utilizing folded plate tubular steel, lattice, and/or standard shapes. Engineering duties may include detailed design, calculations, and detailing for fabrication or development of loading and concept drawings for submittal to a steel manufacturer to design and fabricate.Lead, oversee, review, and/or develop foundation design tasks for substation structures, including drilled piers, spread footings, grillage, driven piles, and potentially other types, using industry standard software.Prepare equipment and material specifications for procurement and/or factory acceptance testing.Prepare and/or 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 the HDR Quality Management Systems (QMS) requirements, processes, and procedures to deliver a world class quality product to the client. Perform quality checks and/or reviews of projects from other teams on an as needed basis.Collaborate with transmission line, substation civil structural engineers to cross-train and share resources.Collaborate with other engineers to develop and maintain standards.Work independently and may direct, mentor, train, and/or supervise one or more Project Engineers,



EIT’s, or CADD/Designers.Ability to lead multiple projects concurrently, utilizing teams in different locations.Work with senior engineers and technical leaders to identify and develop specific technical expertise and will attend training and seminars focused on further development and understanding of complex concepts related to their discipline.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.Preferred QualificationsMaster’s degree in Structural Engineering is desirable.A minimum of 8 years of technical design experience with high voltage electrical switchyard and substation projects of varying complexity up to 500 kV preferred, including physical, foundation, and structural design components.Technical design experience with high voltage electrical transmission line, switchyard and/or substation projects of varying complexity, including foundation and steel structural design.Familiarity with the latest NESC, NEC, IEEE, and other power industry standards.Experience using industry standard design software, including PLS-Tower and Mathcad Prime.Previous consulting firm experience.Familiarity with the latest CSA, AISC, ASCE, ANSI, and other industry standards.Experience using industry standard design software such as STAAD, RISA, L-Pile, and MFAD, or equivalent.Track record of working cooperatively with diverse teams, regional, department, and technical managers and project staff.Self-starter with strong written and verbal communication skills preferred.Strong conceptual, organizational, problem solving,



and collaboration skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Some travel may be required.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.A minimum of 10 years structural engineering experience as it relates to building design.Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer license.Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, RAM, ETABS, SAFE or similar analytical software.Experience in design calculations and layouts.Ability to design and detail in steel, concrete, masonry and wood.Requires understanding of gravity analysis and lateral analysis.Previous experience with an architectural engineering or consulting firm.An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.What We BelieveHDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make outstanding things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.Our CommitmentAs employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment.BenefitsWe provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success. The package includes medical, dental, vision, short and 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. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. The pay range for Vancouver BC is $136,000-194,920.Primary LocationCanada Alberta CalgaryOther LocationsCanada Saskatoon, Canada British Columbia VancouverIndustryPowerScheduleFull-timeEmployee StatusRegularBusiness ClassTransmission Distribution EngJob PostingAt HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Substation Structural Engineer - C$136,000 - C$194,920 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 HDR
📍 Winnipeg