Senior Electrical Substation Engineer

About the opportunity X4 Engineering is partnering with a growing engineering consultancy headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina. They’re expanding their Energy business and are looking for a Senior/Lead Electrical Substation Engineer to take technical ownership of their substation design work. This is a lead role with real influence. You’ll shape how projects are delivered, guide other engineers, and work across a varied mix of transmission, distribution and renewables projects. You’ll have the flexibility to work fully remote, hybrid or from the Raleigh office. What you’ll be doing Lead the electrical design for HV (4kV–230kV) and EHV (above 230kV) substations and switching stations, including AIS, GIS and FACTS. Work across sectors: transmission and generator interconnection, power distribution (EV charging and microgrids), and renewables (solar PV, BESS and wind). Own the full design package: Drawings: one-line and three-line diagrams, protective relay and metering diagrams, AC/DC schematics, general arrangements, and grounding and raceway plans Specifications for major primary equipment Bills of materials, cable schedules and equipment lists Carry out the calculations and studies: Calculations: grounding, cable and conduit sizing, transformer and battery sizing, lightning protection and bus bracing Power system studies: load flow, short circuit, protective coordination and arc flash Lead projects through construction, start-up and commissioning. Review the work of peers and consultants , and drive quality and continuous improvement. Help identify key client needs and grow client relationships. What you’ll bring A Professional Engineer (PE) license (required) A BS in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university 7+ years of substation electrical design experience on US high-voltage projects Experience across transmission, distribution and/or renewables Working knowledge of NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEEE and ANSI standards Strong written and verbal communication skills What’s on offer Fully remote, hybrid or office-based working Relocation assistance to Raleigh, NC Top-tier medical, dental and vision plans 401(k) matching Tuition reimbursement Life and disability insurance Generous paid time off Interested? Apply now or message Hugo Massa at X4 Engineering for a confidential conversation.