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Substation Engineer

$40 - $60 per hour

Actalent

Job Description

Job Description

Substation Engineer (EIT – Power)Help Power Communities While Growing Your Engineering Career

We're seeking a Substation Engineer (EIT – Power) to support the design and delivery of power distribution and substation projects. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer to work alongside experienced professionals, gain hands-on project experience, and build a rewarding career in the power industry.

Why Join Us?
  • Employee-owned organization where employees share in the company's success.
  • Collaborative, people-focused culture that values innovation and professional growth.
  • Flexible hybrid work environment.
  • Mentorship from experienced engineers and opportunities to work on impactful infrastructure projects.
  • Strong commitment to career development and technical training.
Key Responsibilities
  • Perform technical analyses and develop electrical design solutions for substation and power delivery projects.
  • Assist with engineering calculations, cost estimates, specifications, and project documentation.
  • Support Project Engineers and Project Managers in delivering high-quality project work.
  • Prepare drawings, reports, and calculations using AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
  • Collaborate with engineers, EITs, and technicians to meet project goals and schedules.
  • Apply engineering standards and best practices throughout project execution.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
  • Engineer in Training (EIT) certification.
  • Knowledge of electrical engineering principles.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to commute to an office in Phoenix, Tucson, or Albuquerque 2–3 days per week.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Coursework or experience related to substation design, power systems, or T&D projects.
  • Experience with AutoCAD.
  • Interest in power delivery and utility infrastructure projects.
Work Environment

This hybrid role combines in-office collaboration and remote work. You'll work with a team of experienced professionals in a supportive environment that encourages learning, innovation, and long-term career growth.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $60.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Phoenix,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 7, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification oradjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,please email View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in thecity and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicantswith arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as acondition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this lawshall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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