Civil​/Structural Engineer - Power Delivery

Job Information

Location:

US-KS-Overland Park
:
Category:
Civil Engineering
Position Type:
Regular
Division:
Power

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Civil/Structural Engineer – Power Delivery to join our team in Lansdale, PA. The Civil/Structural Engineer serves as the civil engineer for electric substation design projects for high‑voltage utility systems and renewable energy interconnection projects. The role will apply NESC, ASCE, and other applicable codes and standards; independently produce steel structure designs, concrete foundation designs, and associated structural and equipment drawings.

It includes preparing general arrangement and conduit, grounding plans, and reviewing site plans for correctness prior to submission for permit approval. The engineer must understand erosion and sediment control, stormwater management, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to meet project milestones. Westwood offers a dynamic, experienced team dedicated to providing high‑level professional services.

• Performs all aspects of civil design for high‑voltage (4 kV – 230 kV) and EHV (above 230 kV) substation projects to include:
  • Development of
    • Steel structure designs and fabrication drawings
    • Concrete foundation designs and detail drawings
    • Oil containment designs and detail drawings
    • Metal grate platform designs and detail drawings
    • Fire wall designs and detail drawings
    • Structural analysis
    • Documentation for design calculations
    • Foundation layout plans
    • Associated bill of materials
  • Assistance with
    • General arrangement development
    • Cable trough and conduit plans and details
    • Grounding plans and details
    • Site plan development
    • Erosion and sediment control review
    • Stormwater management review
    • Construction documentation (sequence and RFP)
  • Technical support
    • Bus fault stress analysis
    • Procurement
    • Construction
  • Active coordination
    • Work seamlessly with Physical Designer for associated drawings
    • Coordinate with external and internal project team members, identifying when coordination is needed with substation, transmission, distribution line, geotechnical, and survey disciplines
  • Other expectations
    • Produce high‑quality work and support continuous improvement
    • Work in a fast‑paced, multiple‑project environment
    • Assist in identifying key client interests and drivers, and communicate them to the project team
    • Serve as technical specialist for system protection and communication, providing consultation and guidance
    • Remove impediments obstructing the engineering team
    • Advise management on maximizing ROI for the team
    • Attend all client technical review meetings

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from a recognized accredited program
• Minimum of 4 years related work experience in high‑voltage civil substation design
• PE license in at least one US state
• Proficiency using AutoCAD or Bentley Micro Station
• Proficiency in 3D modeling (AutoCAD Civil 3D, Micro Station V8i)
• Proficiency using PLSCAD, LPILE, STAAD, or similar programs
• Good knowledge of the industry and technology trends specific to substations
• Strong familiarity with the National Electrical Safety Code

• Meet all minimum qualifications
• Knowledge of construction practices and constructability
• Experience with proposal writing and project estimating
• Working knowledge of scheduling and project controls processes
• Superior verbal & written communication skills
• Strong leadership qualities: results‑driven, decision quality, priority setting, planning, delegation, conflict management, customer focus, and team building

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.

Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication,…