Structural Engineer – Substation

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Posted 6/4/2026 · last confirmed live 10/17/2026

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Company Description We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company. We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us. Job Description Imagine being part of a team that supports the backbone of the electric grid. As a Structural Engineer – Substation, you will play a critical role in the planning, design, and delivery of substation infrastructure across Olsson’s Transmission and Substation team. In this role, you will lead the structural design of substation foundations, steel structures, and equipment supports, contributing to projects that strengthen and modernize power delivery systems. You will collaborate closely with electrical engineers, designers, and project managers throughout all phases of project delivery. This position is ideal for a structural engineer who enjoys technically challenging work, mentoring others, and contributing meaningfully to essential infrastructure projects. Key Responsibilities: Structural Design & Analysis: Perform and lead structural design for substation facilities, including foundations, steel structures, equipment supports, and miscellaneous structural components. Project Delivery: Support projects through all phases including conceptual design, detailed engineering, permitting support, and construction administration. Coordination & Collaboration: Work closely with electrical engineers, designers, and other disciplines to ensure coordinated, constructible designs. Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and review of designs prepared by junior engineers and designers. Client & Field Interaction: Participate in client meetings, respond to contractor RFIs, and provide construction support as needed, including limited travel to project sites. Qualifications You are passionate about: Working collaboratively with others. Having ownership in the work you do. Using your talents to positively affect communities. You bring to the team: Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering (structural emphasis). 6+ years of progressive structural engineering experience, preferably including substation or industrial facilities. Experience designing concrete foundations and structural steel systems. Working knowledge of relevant codes and standards (ACI, AISC, IBC, ASCE). Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills. Professional Engineer (PE) licensure preferred or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe. #LI-DD1 Additional Information Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come. As an Olsson employee, you will: Receive a competitive 401(k) match Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.   Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status. Olsson understands the importance of privacy and is committed to protecting job applicants’ personal information. Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (collectively, the “CCPA”), this notice explains Olsson’s practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information for job applicants residing in California. Please read this Notice carefully to understand our privacy practices. For more information about the types of information we collect and how we use it in connection with your general access and use of our website, please review our general California Privacy Notice here .

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