Substation Project Engineer

Substation Engineer OpportunityThis position offers you the opportunity to work in a project team environment with other engineers and designers involved in the detailed electrical design and project management of high voltage substation projects. As a Substation Engineer, you will:Take an active role in project conceptualization, work planning, and project execution.Support challenging assignments that include investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of electrical engineering issues.Prepare reports that present technical and project information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and company formats.Develop your career via peer-learning through sharing of knowledge with other experienced engineers by way of systems of process and associated practiceYou may have the opportunity to travel to client sites as needed.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.Essential skills and experience:This position requires a Bachelor of Science Engineering degree.3 or more years experience in the design of Medium Voltage Power Systems.Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects under budget and time constraints.Experience tracking project information such as: schedules and expenditures against budgets, preparing status reports and client interface.Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.Experience in reviewing design drawings created by others.Proficiency with MS Office applications.Valued but not required skills and experience:A Bachelor of Science Electrical Engineering degree is preferrable.A degree from an ABET accredited engineering program.1 or more years experience designing substations at 138kV and above.Ability to prepare substation grounding calculations, direct stroke shielding calculations, battery & charger sizing calculations, etc.Physical layout and protection & controls experience.Ability to work with Designer to develop substation single line diagrams, relaying & metering diagrams, DC schematic diagrams, substation plan & sections, grounding plans, etc.Familiarity with ANSI/IEEE/NEMA standards as they relate to substation design. This includes the National Electrical Safety Code (ANSI - C2).PE license.AutoCAD experience.What's On OfferCompetitive hourly rate ranging from $63 to $77, depending on experience.Flexibility that works: Choose a hybrid or remote schedule that fits your life and projectsAccess to medical, dental, and vision benefits.Work on the largest Transmission, Grid Mod project in the USOpportunity to work in a key role within the energy and natural resources sector.A temporary position offering hands-on experience with impactful projects.Long-term contract opportunity with contract-to-hire intent after 6-12 months; based on performance and project needs.Overtime paid at 1.5x, with strong potential for additional hours during peak project phases.Opportunity to travel to project sites nationwide supporting major power delivery projects, with all travel expenses covered.Work on high-impact transmission and substation infrastructure projects supporting grid modernization and reliability initiatives across the U.S.Medical, dental, and vision benefits available.Join a firm consistently recognized as a "Top Place to Work" for five consecutive years, known for its collaborative engineering culture and commitment to employee development.Interested? Apply today.