Substation Design Engineer

The Substation Design Engineer is responsible for supporting the design, engineering, and execution of utility substation projects. This role contributes to both protection & control (P&C) and physical design efforts, ensuring deliverables meet client requirements, industry standards, and safety regulations. The engineer collaborates with project teams to produce high-quality design packages while supporting project schedules and objectives. PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Develop engineering design documents and drawings, including wiring diagrams, schematics, and bills of materials Apply field mark‑ups to produce accurate as‑built drawings with minimal supervision Perform engineering calculations such as relay burden, lighting, load flow, and short circuit analysis Utilize engineering software for grounding design, relay coordination, transformer sizing, and system studies Monitor and support project schedules in coordination with Project Engineers Apply applicable standards including NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEEE, and ANSI Maintain and manage project documentation using standard document control systems Follow company engineering procedures and best practices Coordinate with project engineers, clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders Participate in site visits and fieldwork to gain practical experience in substation construction and design Ensure accuracy, quality, and completeness of all assigned work Identify potential issues and communicate solutions to project leadership Travel occasionally to support project and field activities Perform additional duties as assigned EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) from an accredited institution For senior‑level candidates: Professional Engineer (PE) license required or ability to obtain within one year Ability to obtain licensure in multiple states as needed TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE Relays & Metering: Familiarity with relay applications and metering systems for substations (typically 138kV and above) Protection & Control Design: Experience developing schematics, wiring diagrams, cabling, and control system designs Physical Design: Experience with substation layout and equipment design across various voltage levels Engineering Studies: Ability to interpret grounding, lightning protection, short circuit, harmonics, reactive power, and relay coordination studies (performance capability is a plus) Electrical Fundamentals: Strong understanding of AC/DC theory, three‑phase systems, per‑unit calculations, and symmetrical components Substation Systems: Knowledge of substation components, layouts, and required design deliverables Standards: Working knowledge of NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEEE, and ANSI requirements Software: Proficiency with standard office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook) and engineering applications PREFERRED SKILLS/ABILITIES Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with team members, clients, and vendors Ability to work both independently and within a collaborative team environment Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high‑quality work Effective time management and organizational skills Willingness to learn and grow within substation engineering and design Benefits 401(k) w/employer match Health/Dental/Vision insurance plans Paid time off 10 paid holidays Stock purchase plan Salary: $90,000- $120,000 annually, dependent on experience, qualifications, and competencies. EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr