WGI

Mid-Level Structural Engineer

WGI$80K — $88K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
  • EIT certification required, PE in progress preferred
  • 3-7 years of structural design experience, particularly in foundation engineering or energy projects
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD; familiarity with structural software preferred
  • Working knowledge of IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI standards
  • Strong attention to detail and communication skills
  • Willingness to travel (10-15%) for site visits

Responsibilities

  • Perform structural calculations for foundations and other site structures
  • Apply site-specific conditions in structural analysis and design
  • Interpret geotechnical reports for foundation design assumptions
  • Assist in preparing official construction drawings using AutoCAD
  • Support development of structural specification sections and milestone submittals
  • Conduct site walkdowns and field data collection
  • Coordinate with internal teams for integrated design

Benefits

  • 401(k) with matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
Full Job Description
We are seeking a Mid-Level Structural Engineer with a specific focus on high-voltage substations and electrical infrastructure. This individual will be responsible for managing and executing structural scopes for substation projects from concept through IFC, including design of foundations for control enclosures, transformers, breakers, dead-ends, and other major HV equipment.

This role requires a strong familiarity with structural requirements unique to substations, including coordination with electrical teams, vendor specifications, foundation optimization, and document production aligned with milestone submittals. You'll play a key role in shaping and scaling our HV structural team and supporting utility and interconnection projects for renewable energy clients.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Structural Design & Engineering:
    • Perform structural calculations for tracker pile foundations, concrete pads, skids, and other site structures
    • Apply site-specific conditions (wind, seismic, snow, corrosion, frost) in structural analysis and design
    • Interpret geotechnical reports and apply parameters to foundation design assumptions
    • Support structural remediation recommendations based on pile load testing or field observations
    Drawing Production & Documentation:
    • Assist in preparing construction drawings and structural details using AutoCAD
    • Contribute to general notes, specification sections, and milestone submittals (30%, 60%, 90%, IFC)
    • Support development of signed/stamped structural calculation packages
    Field Coordination & Support:
    • Assist with site walkdowns, pile installation observation, and field data collection
    • Observe load testing programs and document structural performance
    • Coordinate with construction teams to evaluate as-built conditions and flag out-of-spec issues
    • Support field-based evaluations, remediation planning, and construction documentation
    • Provide photo logs, site sketches, and summary reports following field deployments
    Team Collaboration & Growth:
    • Coordinate with internal geotechnical and civil teams for integrated design
    • Attend internal design meetings and client calls as needed to stay aligned with project objectives
    • Receive mentorship from senior engineers with the opportunity to gradually take on more responsibility
    • Participate in internal learning, development, and project closeout reviews


Other Areas of Focus:

  • While the focus of this role is in renewable energy, you'll also support general structural engineering work, including:
    • Analysis of structures for wind, snow, and seismic loads using ASCE 7 and IBC
    • Structural design for deep and shallow foundations (e.g., spread footings, piers, caissons)
    • Design and detailing of framing systems and structural components in steel, concrete, aluminum, FRP, and masonry
    • Structural condition assessments and live load evaluations
    • Coordination with manufacturers and development of foundation designs for prefabricated structures
    • Construction support including review of change orders, submittals, and field questions


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
    • EIT certification required, PE in progress preferred
    • 3-7 years of experience in structural design, with exposure to foundation engineering, energy, or infrastructure projects
    • Proficiency in AutoCAD; experience with structural software (e.g., RISA, RAM, STAAD) preferred
    • Working knowledge of IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI standards
    • Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and willingness to learn
    • Willingness to travel (10-15%) for occasional site visits or field support


$80,000 - $88,000 a year

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

About WGI

As a multidisciplinary consulting firm, WGI has eight offices throughout Florida and specializes in the following disciplines: Land Development/Municipal Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Surveying and Mapping, Subsurface Utility Engineering, Structures, Water Resources, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Sciences, Architecture, Land Planning, and Creative Services. The Zweig Group ranked WGI #4 on its 2017 Hot Firms list and #23 on the 2017 Best Firms to Work For list.

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