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Principal Transmission Substation Engineering Program Manager

$55 - $60 per hour

Westinghouse Electric - USA

Job Description

Job Description

Build the Grid. Lead the Program.

Join WECTEC Staffing Services as a Principal Transmission Substation Engineering Program Manager and take charge of complex substation initiatives from concept through commissioning. This is a remote role with travel to Juno Beach, FL twice monthly, offered as a 1-year W-2 contract.

What You Will Do
  • Own internal substation projects end-to-end—from initiation to energization
  • Partner with Early-Stage PMs and Development to define engineering scope for FERC 1000 and greenfield proposals
  • Run project meetings, maintain performance dashboards, and drive closure on issues
  • Source and award consulting partners via NEER’s Integrated Supply Chain (ISC): scopes, bids, evaluations, and selections
  • Coordinate site identification and development; secure permits, data, and engineering updates
  • Support Transmission Services with interconnection deliverables: system impact, facility, reactive/harmonic studies, and agreements
  • Ensure Transmission Owner requirements and E&C design comply with ISO requirements and are embedded in project designs
  • Manage design maturity at 10%, 30%, 60%, 90%, and IFC across physical, electrical, and civil disciplines
  • Guide EORs; structure document reviews and consolidate stakeholder comments
  • Define work plans and lines of demarcation for project engineering resources
  • Back the master schedule from an engineering perspective
  • Support Legal during regulatory filings, depositions, and hearings
  • Collaborate with OEMs to align equipment with NEER philosophies
  • Research and apply emerging practices, tools, and standards to elevate outcomes
What You Bring
  • BS in Electrical Engineering (MS preferred)
  • 11+ years in high-voltage substation engineering/design
  • Experience in project engineering and project management
  • PE stamp not required
  • Willingness to travel within North America; onsite in Juno Beach, FL twice monthly
Contract & Work Location
  • Employment type: W-2, 1-year contract
  • Remote-first with periodic travel to Juno Beach, FL
Culture & Safety

We put people first. If you’re as committed to your success as we are to your safety, you’ll thrive here. Our safety promise is simple and unwavering.

Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive pay
  • Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
  • 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The estimated base pay range, dependent on experience, qualifications, and skills, is $55.00–$60.00/hr.

About WECTEC Staffing Services

We deliver customer-focused staffing—from high-volume programs to niche technical placements—supporting international contracts in 5+ countries. Explore openings, submit your application via the provided link, and connect with us on social media.

Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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