Civil Structural Engineer

Job Description

Title: Civil Structural Engineer

Location: Lalitpur, Nepal

Department: Civil

Work Type: in-office

K&A Engineering Consulting – is a privately held company, providing comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program/project management, construction management, and support services to power utility and industrial clients. Specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, distributed energy resources, and EPC services, we excel in solving complex challenges with precision-driven solutions. We pride ourselves on employing top talent, fostering a culture of excellence, and building meaningful relationships with clients and employees.

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We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Associate Civil Structural Engineer to join our team at K&A Engineering in Sanepa, Lalitpur. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. You’ll be part of a dynamic, people-focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated.

Role Expectations

• Primary responsibility includes design and analysis of steel structures for substations such as gantries, equipment support structures, lattice towers, rigid bus supports, switchyard structures, transformer supports, and circuit breaker structures.
• Conduct structural modeling, load calculations (including dead load, wind load, seismic load, short-circuit forces, and equipment loads), and detailed design of steel members, connections, and bracing systems.
• Mandatory use of Finite Element Method (FEM) software such as STAAD.Pro (or equivalent tools like RISA-3D or SAP2000) for 3D modeling, analysis, and design of substation steel structures.
• Design of foundations for transmission structures as a secondary responsibility.
• Directly coordinate with the Senior Substation Design Engineer on all technical matters, design reviews, and project deliverables.
• Prepare detailed fabrication drawings, design calculation packages, material specifications, and bill of quantities (BOQ) for substation steel structures.
• Perform steel connection design manually using Excel or Mathcad.
• Prepare design calculations and reports as per client-specific standards and formats, which may vary from project to project.
• Coordinate with electrical and geotechnical teams to ensure seamless integration of steel structures with foundations and electrical equipment.
• Review shop drawings and provide technical support during fabrication and construction stages of substation structures.
• Conduct site visits, perform condition assessments, and provide recommendations for existing substation steel structures.
• Ensure all designs fully comply with applicable standards including ASCE 113, ASCE 7, NESC, AISC, and IBC.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• BE (bachelor’s in engineering) in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering with minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience in the related field and a strong passion for design work (master’s degree in civil/Structural Engineering Preferred)
• Mandatory hands-on experience in structural analysis and design using STAAD.Pro or equivalent FEM software.
• Strong knowledge of steel design codes and standards (AISC, ASCE 113, NESC).
• Experience in performing steel connection design manually through Excel or Mathcad.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation for preparation of detailed drawings and details.
• Passionate to learn and work with software such as Hilti, IDEA StatiCa, or any other software as per client requirements.
• Experience or willingness to work with foundation design software such as STAAD Foundation Advanced, LPILE, MAFAD, or any other relevant tools will be an advantage.
• Experience in foundation design for transmission structures will be considered a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and directly coordinate with senior engineers.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools and collaboration platforms.
  
  

Why Join K&A?

People-First Culture: We put our people at the center of everything we do, creating an environment where your professional and personal growth is a top priority.

Innovation & Learning: We encourage continuous learning and invest in your development through training, mentorship, and hands-on experience.

Collaborative Team Environment: We believe in the power of collaboration and working together to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and employees.

Recognition & Growth: We’ve earned our reputation through uncompromising precision and a commitment to excellence. As an agile and fast-growing company, we offer plenty of opportunities for your career advancement and growth.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package for eligible classified employees, including but not limited to:

• Social Security Fund (SSF) Enrollment
• Paid Time off:
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• Festival Holidays
• Floating Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Mourning Leave
• Medical and Accidental Insurance
• Festival Allowances
• Lunch Allowances
  

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The salary range for this role considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to technical ability, experience and training, licenses and certifications, and other related skillsets. The disclosed range is an estimate and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.