Substation Engineer

• Strong career growth with a stable project backlog
• Work on cutting-edge high-voltage infrastructure projects

About Our Client

Our client is a rapidly growing engineering consulting firm specializing in high-voltage power delivery infrastructure projects across the utility, renewable energy, and mission-critical/data center sectors. With a strong backlog of transmission and substation projects, they are focused on supporting grid modernization efforts and expanding reliable power infrastructure nationwide.

Job Description

• Develop engineering and design packages for high-voltage substation projects ranging from 12kV to 500kV
• Support physical substation design including equipment layouts, grounding plans, conduit and cable routing, elevations, and section views
• Prepare engineering calculations, specifications, and construction documentation
• Coordinate with protection & controls, civil, structural, and transmission engineering teams
• Support utility, renewable energy, battery storage, and data center power infrastructure projects
• Review and apply utility standards, NEC, NESC, IEEE, and client-specific requirements
• Participate in project meetings, scheduling, technical reviews, and client coordination
• Assist with substation expansions, greenfield projects, and grid modernization initiatives
• Provide technical support during construction and project execution phases

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.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Substation Engineer should have:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 3+ years of substation engineering or power delivery experience
• Experience with utility, EPC, consulting engineering, or renewable energy projects
• Knowledge of physical substation design principles
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or substation design software
• Understanding of transmission/distribution systems and utility standards
• Strong communication and coordination skills
• EIT or PE license preferred but not required

What's on Offer

• Competitive hourly pay ranging from $85 to $100, depending on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Hybrid flexibility and strong work-life balance
• Exposure to large-scale utility and grid modernization projects
• Career growth into lead engineering or project management roles
• Stable backlog of transmission and substation work
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge energy infrastructure projects

If you are passionate about substation engineering and ready to make an impact in, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity today!