Structural Engineer

We rise to the biggest challenges because we demand excellence. Our teams are always learning and challenging the status quo because we know if we are going to succeed in creating a cleaner future, we must think differently.

Our Integrated Design team collaborates across our Energy & Resources markets, including renewables, power delivery, oil and gas, mining, and more. We work on projects that are as challenging as they are impactful.

We combine the strength of a large company with the agility of specialized teams, allowing us to be our best as we deliver projects that are transforming our communities.

Join an Integrated Design team that is working to deliver innovative solutions on projects around the world.

Your Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Structural Engineer to join the Energy and Resources team. The successful candidate would have opportunities to work on a variety of projects within the Energy and Resource sector ranging from studies to detail engineering projects in North America and across the world. This role would provide an opportunity to be a part of a diverse team while focusing on technical growth. Specifically, we are looking for a candidate that can lead work related to design Sub Stations and other heavy industrial infrastructure.

This is a great opportunity for a motivated individual who wants to challenge their abilities in a dynamic work environment. As a registered Professional Engineer, you will be responsible to work on various industrial projects. This role involves structural engineering design and analysis under minimal supervision. You would be relied on to make sound structural engineering decisions, and to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

Your Key Responsibilities

You are expected to understand and work according to the requirements of the Stantec Safety Culture and in compliance with all Health and Safety rules and regulations for Stantec and its clients.

Perform structural design and analysis to applicable codes. Typical structures include heavy industrial / energy infrastructure steel structures and concrete foundations. The work would primarily support power distribution and substation design projects.

Develop designs through sketches, hand calculations, structural analysis software models

Work with Engineers and Designers on fit-for-purpose designs that meet the client's needs and requests.

Interface with other disciplines and project management to execute projects per the project plan.

Provide coaching and mentoring to EITs and designers as part of their professional development, while taking an active role in your own career development.

Conduct quality assurance and quality control on own projects within Stantec's quality control guidelines.

Prepare and coordinate project specifications including construction documents.

Attend project coordination meetings with internal team members and / or clients.

Travel to local project sites as needed.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

As the ideal candidate, you have / are :

Registered P. E. in at least one state in the Western United States and the ability to get registered in additional states.

Strong communication, coordination, and time management skills.

Self-starter with ability to work independently.

Ability to apply practical knowledge and make sound judgement to analyze issues, interpret information and select methods and solutions to resolve design problems within stand practice guidelines. Requisite knowledge and application of structural design codes (ASCE, AISC, ACI, etc.). Knowledge of specific codes and standards related to substation design such as ASCE MOP 113 2nd Edition, IEEE 693, IEEE 605 is an asset.

Skills to manage time to meet project budget and schedule.

Experience in project team setting and engaging in creative and critical thinking.

Enthusiastic to expand structural engineering knowledge and keen to work in a team environment.

Willingness to work on multiple jobs / projects at a time.

Knowledge of and ability to use industry standard structural analysis software suites (STAAD.Pro or RISA 3D, etc.), and Microsoft Office Suite.

Knowledge of mathematical computational tools such as MathCad and the ability to perform detailed structural calculations within this environment.

Excellent presentation, written and verbal communication skills.

Experience working or projects related to power transmission and distribution, specifically substations.

Willingness to travel to client sites and other Stantec offices.

Field experience is a strong asset.

Education and Experience

A Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with a focus on structural.

A Master's degree in civil engineering with a focus on structural is preferred.

Registered Professional Engineer in the Western United States with 6 to12 years of experience in structural engineering with a focus on industrial infrastructure.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. #FeelingEnergized

Primary Location : United States | TX | Houston

Organization : 2554 E&R BOU-US Integrated Design-Houston TX

Employee Status : Regular

Travel : Yes

Schedule : Full time

Job Posting : 16 / 09 / 2025 07 : 09 : 55

Req ID : 1002325

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