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Senior Civil Structural Engineer

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Ottawa, Ontario

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Requirements summary:

  • ICF is seeking a Senior Substation Civil Structural Engineer with experience performing electric utility substation design engineering and reviews.
  • Ensure that the substation facility meets all applicable safety and environmental regulations, including storm water and Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) requirements.
  • What you need to have (minimum qualifications):
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering
  • 8+ years of experience performing electric utility substation design engineering and reviews
  • Strong background in design of steel structures, concrete structures, site grading, geotechnical engineering, foundations, and substation access roads, including knowledge of relevant…
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2026-11-11
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2026-11-12
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2026-11-12

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Ready to make a difference?

ICF is seeking a Senior Substation Civil Structural Engineer with experience performing electric utility substation design engineering and reviews. This individual will be a senior member of a design team comprised of engineers, designers, and drafting technicians and will involve collaboration with physical electrical engineering in the furtherance of designs for utility-level substation and renewable energy projects.


Why you’ll love working here:

    • Quality of life: Fully remote, flexible schedule, work-life balance
    • Investment of the community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities
    • Investment in you: Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
    • And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!)

What you will be doing:

  • Develop engineering design drawing and calculation packages from conceptual phase through detailed design and perform design reviews of the aforementioned civil/structural design components in support of the development of bid/construction packages for substation projects.
  • Ensure that the substation facility meets all applicable safety and environmental regulations, including storm water and Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) requirements.
  • Perform site design activities such as determining cut/fill for a grading plan, determining impervious additions and calculating water flow for erosion control and storm water control.
  • Perform design reviews on a regular basis, as well as developing junior staff members, and contributing to bids and proposal development.
  • Occasional site-visits to client substation facilities are expected to be part of the work, along with occasional travel for client meetings and industry-related events.
  • Provide design support to field personnel during project construction.

What you need to have (minimum qualifications):

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering
  • 8+ years of experience performing electric utility substation design engineering and reviews
  • PE License

What we would like you to have (professional skills):

  • Strong background in design of steel structures, concrete structures, site grading, geotechnical engineering, foundations, and substation access roads, including knowledge of relevant codes and standards.
  • Experience designing and reviewing substation civil & structure design in seismic areas for both new and existing structures, including transmission dead ends, rigid and strain bus, foundations, oil spill containment, retaining walls, masonry control shelters, pre-engineered and prefabricated buildings, and firewalls
  • Familiarity with surveying, geotechnical, and construction specifications, including development and review of same
  • Compliance with quality control and safe work practices and maintain compliance with project scope, schedule and budget expectations
  • Experience with STAAD.Pro, RISA 3D, FAD Tools, SAFE, SAG10, and LPile software
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D and MicroStation, as well as working with georeferenced drawings. CAD operation will generally be performed by Designers/Drafters but skill in these programs is a plus
  • Strong analytical and technical writing skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Powerpoint)
  • Team player with ability to communicate with clients and staff. Experience in front-facing client operations such as lunch and learns, and kick-off meetings

To learn more about this team and how our grid engineering solutions help electric utilities balance cutting-edge technology with cost-efficiency and reliability> ICF Power Delivery Services

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Vacancy Type: This is a newly created position

The salary range for this position is:


$99,241 - $149,241 CAD

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair and equitable interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodations that involve the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [email protected]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

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