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Substation Engineer

Insight Global

Requirements:

• 7–10+ years substation experience = Senior

• High voltage experience required (must be 20kV+)

• Physical substation design or Protection and Controls Design

• Utilities background strongly preferred

• Infrastructure background acceptable only if high voltage

• PE preferred for Senior

Job Description

The Senior Substation Engineer will lead the preparation of design deliverables for new and modified high-voltage (13kV to 765kV) electrical power substation projects. The Senior Substation Engineer will work with the project team through the design and construction process, adapting engineering plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a technical lead on high voltage substation projects, providing oversight and direction across the full project lifecycle (concept through construction)

• Remain involved in design execution, but with greater emphasis on:

o Reviewing and approving design deliverables

o Ensuring technical accuracy, constructability, and adherence to standards

o Resolving complex technical issues rather than producing routine drawings

• Lead, mentor, and train junior and mid level engineers

o Provide day to day technical guidance

o Perform design quality reviews and coaching

o Support skill development and succession planning within the team

• Act as the technical point of contact for clients

Participate in technical discussions and design reviews

o Support client decision making on scope, schedule, and technical approach

Vacancy posted 10 hours ago
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