Physical Substation Engineer (QA/QC)

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Engineering excellence, built on people-first values.

At LUZCO, we’re more than an engineering firm — we’re a familia. We pair technical excellence with a culture rooted in respect, flexibility, and genuine care for one another. Here, you're known by name, supported as a whole person, and encouraged to bring your authentic self to work with competitive benefits, and the flexibility to support life both inside and outside of work.

We’re proud to be a 2025 and 2026 Best Place to Work in St. Louis and a woman-owned, minority-owned boutique firm, delivering impactful engineering solutions in a workplace where people feel valued and empowered to grow.

Why You’ll Love LUZCO

• Benefits that take care of you: Top-notch medical, dental, and vision insurance; a competitive 401k match; generous PTO; student loan repayment assistance; and an employee recognition platform that celebrates your wins big and small.
• Flexibility that fits your life: We get that life doesn’t always stick to a schedule. You’ll work with your supervisor to create a schedule that’s flexible and works for both you and the team.
• Diversity that fuels innovation: Our team brings together a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. That diversity isn’t just something we talk about; it’s what drives our creativity and helps us find better ways to solve problems.
• Growth that feels personal: Whether you’re continuing your education, earning new certifications, or stepping into new challenges, we’re here to help you grow in the direction that’s right for you. You’ll collaborate with experienced mentors and leaders who want to see you succeed.
• A culture that gives back: We’re passionate about our communities. Every year, we dedicate paid time off for volunteering and encourage our team to use their talents to make a difference whether that’s mentoring students, serving local nonprofits, or getting hands-on in community projects.
• A workplace that feels like you: We keep things relaxed and welcoming. Expect weekly happy hours, team lunches, a stocked kitchen, dogs in the office, and a casual dress code. It’s a space where you can be yourself and do your best work.

The Role

The Physical Substation Engineer plays an integral role in maintaining the quality of LUZCO's engineering deliverables by performing QA/QC reviews of physical substation design packages. Working closely with engineers, this role provides technical guidance, identifies opportunities for improvement, and helps ensure designs are accurate, constructible, and compliant with applicable standards.

This position is well suited for an experienced engineer who is analytical, detail-oriented, collaborative, and passionate about engineering excellence. They enjoy sharing their technical expertise, providing constructive feedback, and helping maintain consistency and quality across engineering deliverables.

What Your Day Will Look Like

 

As a Physical Substation Engineer, you'll serve as a technical reviewer and trusted resource for our engineering team by:

• Performing QA/QC reviews of physical substation design packages, including general arrangements, sections, conduit plans, grounding plans, and equipment layouts.
• Verifying compliance with utility standards, applicable codes (NESC/NEC), and LUZCO's internal engineering standards.
• Providing thorough technical feedback, redlines, and guidance to improve design quality and consistency.
• Collaborating with project managers and design engineers to resolve technical issues and deliver high-quality engineering packages.
• Supporting the continuous improvement of QA/QC processes, review checklists, and engineering best practices.
• Assisting with additional responsibilities as needed to support project and team success.

Requirements:

What You'll Bring to the Familia

Essentials to Succeed:

• 8+ years of experience in physical substation design, including greenfield and brownfield projects.
• Extensive knowledge of utility substation layouts, design standards, and industry best practices.
• Experience reviewing CAD-based engineering drawings using AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet review deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to provide clear, constructive technical feedback.

What Will Make You Stand Out:

• Experience performing QA/QC reviews within a consulting engineering environment.
• Familiarity with Ameren or other Midwest utility standards.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred.

Ready to Make an Impact? We know you might not check every single box on the job description—and that’s totally fine. At LUZCO, we care about potential, collaboration, and diverse perspectives. If you’re passionate about joining a supportive and innovative team, we encourage you to apply and show us what you can bring to the familia.