Substation Engineer

Job Title: Substation Engineer Job Description
We are seeking a Substation Engineer to design cost-effective and appropriate protection schemes, review schematic drawings, perform power system calculations, and develop relay settings. The role involves ensuring compliance with industry standards, engineering codes, company policies, and customer requirements. You will facilitate client communication, support field activities, and manage project deliverables. A strong emphasis is placed on organization, collaboration, and team cohesion.
Responsibilities

• Design and implement cost-effective protection schemes.
• Review and approve schematic drawings and perform power system calculations.
• Develop relay settings and conduct required engineering analyses.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, engineering codes, and customer requirements.
• Facilitate communication with clients, including leading project meetings and providing status updates.
• Support field activities such as site assessments and data collection.
• Create, review, and manage project deliverables including design packages, vendor drawings, and reports.
• Promote collaboration, attention to detail, and team cohesion across all project phases.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams consisting of engineers, designers, and field personnel.
• Apply strong analytical and critical-thinking skills to resolve technical challenges.
• Assist in scheduling and coordinating purchasing, drafting, and construction activities.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (Accredited).
• 3-15 years of experience in engineering control & protection systems, relay & surge protection, and relay settings for T&D systems.
• Experience with substation design, protection & control, and electrical engineering.
• Proficiency in engineering design software such as AutoCad.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred for Senior Level or willingness to obtain for intermediate level.
• Experience with substation equipment, power delivery, and utility design.

Work Environment
The position is based in Crown Point, IN, and offers a flexible work schedule, including hybrid options with 2 days remote per week. Employees can choose flexible schedules such as 9/80 or 4/10. The culture promotes work-life balance with regular employee appreciation events and a family-like, tight-knit team atmosphere. The workplace includes amenities like a simulator and a video game room for breaks or after work.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Crown Point, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $36.06 - $57.69/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Crown Point,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 5, 2026.
About Actalent


Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.


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