Civil Structural Engineer - Energy
Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc., Pawtucket, RI, United States
Job Locations: US-RI-Providence | US-MA-Boston | US-NH-Bedford | US-RI-Providence | US-ME-Portland
Overview
About the Position
Civil Structural Engineer | Substation/Energy | Hybrid
VHB's growing Energy Evolution Practice reflects our commitment to supporting the global transition to clean, sustainable energy solutions. VHB supports clients throughout the project lifecycle with their generation and delivery needs, bringing decades of experience in the assessment, engineering and design, permitting, mitigation, and compliance services associated with energy infrastructure projects.
Responsibilities
Design substation structures and foundations.
Collaborate with multidiscipline internal and external project teams.
Develop/review civil/structural engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports, and specifications.
Document and track action items and deliverables.
Procure major/minor civil/structural materials and prepare material takeoffs.
Monitor and project financial performance.
Perform field visits and site inspections.
Skills & Abilities
Strong knowledge of structural analysis and design.
Familiarity with design codes (AISC, ACI, ASCE, IBC, NESC, etc.).
Experience working on project teams.
Ability to manage deliverable and time commitments.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Self‑motivated with ability to think critically.
Travel occasionally.
Qualifications
BS in Civil Engineering/Structural (MS maybe substituted for 2 years of relevant experience)
Minimum 5-8 years of commercial experience in civil/structural engineering
Professional Engineering License or ability to obtain within 12 months
Experience with any of the following software a plus: RISA-3D, PLS-CADD, LPILE, & MicroStation/AutoCAD.
Our best estimate of the salary range for this position located in Boston/Watertown, MA is $120,000-140,000. The final compensation will be based on a variety of factors such as individual qualifications, education, and experience.
Building what's next, together.
Our people make the difference. We foster a technology‑empowered, peopledriven, futureready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.
When you join VHB, you'll find:
Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
Support to grow your skills and lead through change
Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
Best‑in‑class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment
We're growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what's next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.
VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep‑rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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Overview
About the Position
Civil Structural Engineer | Substation/Energy | Hybrid
VHB's growing Energy Evolution Practice reflects our commitment to supporting the global transition to clean, sustainable energy solutions. VHB supports clients throughout the project lifecycle with their generation and delivery needs, bringing decades of experience in the assessment, engineering and design, permitting, mitigation, and compliance services associated with energy infrastructure projects.
Responsibilities
Design substation structures and foundations.
Collaborate with multidiscipline internal and external project teams.
Develop/review civil/structural engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports, and specifications.
Document and track action items and deliverables.
Procure major/minor civil/structural materials and prepare material takeoffs.
Monitor and project financial performance.
Perform field visits and site inspections.
Skills & Abilities
Strong knowledge of structural analysis and design.
Familiarity with design codes (AISC, ACI, ASCE, IBC, NESC, etc.).
Experience working on project teams.
Ability to manage deliverable and time commitments.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Self‑motivated with ability to think critically.
Travel occasionally.
Qualifications
BS in Civil Engineering/Structural (MS maybe substituted for 2 years of relevant experience)
Minimum 5-8 years of commercial experience in civil/structural engineering
Professional Engineering License or ability to obtain within 12 months
Experience with any of the following software a plus: RISA-3D, PLS-CADD, LPILE, & MicroStation/AutoCAD.
Our best estimate of the salary range for this position located in Boston/Watertown, MA is $120,000-140,000. The final compensation will be based on a variety of factors such as individual qualifications, education, and experience.
Building what's next, together.
Our people make the difference. We foster a technology‑empowered, peopledriven, futureready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.
When you join VHB, you'll find:
Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
Support to grow your skills and lead through change
Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
Best‑in‑class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment
We're growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what's next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.
VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep‑rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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