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Senior Civil Structural Engineer

Icf

Company websiteicf.com (Icf, opens in new tab)

Base salary $119,323  to $202,850

Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Reston, VA

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  • LocationReston, VA
  • WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
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About this job

Ready to make a difference?

ICF is seeking a 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
  • 5+ 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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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.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected] and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.  

Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. 

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair 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 accommodation that involves 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.  

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$119,323.00 - $202,850.00Nationwide Remote Office (US99)

Source: Icf on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)

Pay in context

This role's base floor ($119,323) is above 42% of the 259 Engineering (non-software) roles in Virginia listed on this site; 2 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $125,000; the middle half runs from $111,300 to $136,600.

Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 7, 2026.

This range next to 6 other live Icf roles with the nearest advertised base floor
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This range next to 6 other live Icf roles with the nearest advertised base floor
RolePublished base
Senior Civil Structural Engineer (this listing)$119,323 - $202,850
IT Governance Team Lead - Onsite Required$119,323 - $202,850
Appian Development Lead – Platform & Architecture Lead$119,323 - $202,850
Digital Twin Lead (Remote - US)$119,323 - $202,850
Lead Appian Developer- Remote$119,323 - $202,850
Global Senior Data Processing Specialist$119,323 - $202,850
Lead DevSecOps Engineer$119,323 - $202,850

Same $100K to $400K scale as every card. All Icf roles · How to read the bar

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Employer-stated posting date
2026-10-13
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Location as the employer wrote it: Reston, VA

$119,323.00 - $202,850.00

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