Substation Project Engineer

Substation Project Engineer

Join a highly visible and growing Power Delivery platform. Work on critical infrastructure and grid modernization initiatives.

This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced technical leaders on projects spanning generation interconnections, grid modernization, transmission expansion, and critical infrastructure development. The selected individual will contribute to engineering execution across a diverse portfolio of substation projects ranging from distribution upgrades through large-scale transmission applications.

Job Description

• Support the engineering and delivery of substation projects ranging approximately 12kV-500kV across utility and energy clients
• Develop and review physical substation design packages, including:
• Yard and equipment layouts
• General arrangements, plans, sections, and details
• Grounding and lightning protection systems
• Control building configurations
• Raceway, conduit, and cable routing design
• Auxiliary AC/DC station service systems
• Bills of materials and construction packages
• Contribute to Protection & Control (P&C) design activities including:
• One-line and three-line diagrams
• AC/DC schematics
• Relay and panel layouts
• Equipment and wiring documentation
• Perform engineering calculations and technical studies including grounding analysis, load calculations, and system support studies
• Develop technical specifications and support procurement, equipment selection, and factory testing activities
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including Civil, Structural, Transmission Line, and other engineering groups to ensure integrated project execution
• Communicate project updates and technical recommendations with internal stakeholders and external clients
• Support project planning activities including scope development, schedules, budgets, and resource coordination
• Mentor junior engineers and designers while helping maintain engineering quality standards
• Operate independently while managing multiple project priorities

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 Project Engineer should have:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred (or ability to obtain)
• 3+ years of experience supporting substation project execution and design within utility, consulting, EPC, or power infrastructure environments
• Experience supporting high-voltage utility infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with industry standards and engineering practices within transmission and distribution environments
• Working knowledge of engineering and design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, PLS platforms, or similar tools
• Strong communication, project coordination, and stakeholder management skills

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $140,000 to $150,000 USD annually.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits package.
• Join a highly visible and growing Power Delivery platform
• Work on critical infrastructure and grid modernization initiatives
• Strong technical mentorship and long-term career growth opportunities
• Exposure to complex, large-scale utility projects across multiple markets

If you are a motivated Substation Project Engineer looking to advance your career, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact Lauren Just Quote job ref JN-062026-7042979

Job Summary

Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing

Sub Sector: Engineering Design and R&D

Industry: Energy & Natural Resources

Location: Riverside

Contract Type: Permanent

Consultant name: Lauren Just

Job Reference: JN-062026-7042979

Job Nature: Hybrid working