Senior Substation Project Engineer
$140k - $175kArup
Substation Project Engineer
Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.
We are seeking an experienced Substation Project Engineer to support the successful delivery of high-voltage and medium-voltage substation projects associated with BESS, PV Solar, Data Center and Utilities.
This position can be worked out of our Houston, Dallas, San Francisco, Los Angeles or Austin offices.
The Opportunity
· Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering activities for new substations, expansions, upgrades and retrofit projects.
· Develop and manage project scope, schedule, budget, deliverables and engineering execution plans.
· Serve as the primary coordination point among electrical, civil, structural, protection and control, SCADA, telecommunications and other project disciplines.
· Coordinate technical requirements, design inputs and project interfaces with clients, utilities, contractors, equipment vendors and other stakeholders.
· Lead internal and external project meetings, document decisions and track action items through completion.
· Review project specifications, design criteria, single-line diagrams, equipment layouts, grounding designs, protection and control drawings and other engineering deliverables.
· Ensure consistency and proper interface management across all engineering disciplines.
· Coordinate the preparation, review and issuance of drawings, calculations, technical specifications, reports and construction packages.
· Support major equipment procurement, including technical specifications, bid evaluations, vendor drawing reviews and resolution of technical comments.
· Coordinate equipment interfaces for transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear, instrument transformers, protection panels, control buildings and auxiliary systems.
· Identify project risks, design conflicts, scope gaps and schedule constraints, and work with the project team to develop appropriate solutions.
· Monitor engineering progress, budget performance, schedule milestones and changes in project scope.
· Manage technical queries, requests for information, design changes and engineering documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
· Support permitting, utility interconnection, construction, testing, commissioning and project closeout activities.
· Participate in site visits, design reviews, constructability reviews and commissioning support, as required.
· Ensure designs comply with applicable client requirements, utility standards, codes, regulations and industry best practices.
· Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
· Be ready to stamp drawings associated with electrical scope of the work
Is this role right for you?
· Bachelor's degree in engineering (preferably Electrical).
· At least 10 years' experience in 15kV through 345kV physical utility substation design and IEEE/ANSI standards.
· Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
· Experience delivering substation projects through feasibility, detailed design, procurement, construction and commissioning.
· Experience with utility, renewable energy, energy storage, industrial or data-center interconnection projects.
· Familiarity with EPC, design-build and engineer-of-record delivery models.
· Experience managing design changes and coordinating work within operating brownfield substations.
· Project Management Professional designation or formal project management training is considered an asset.
· Excellent communication skills — able to interact with clients, regulatory bodies, vendors, and internal stakeholders. Ability to represent the company credibly.
· Willingness to travel occasionally as needed (site visits, client/vendor meetings).
· The ability to prioritize work effectively, manage deadlines and organization skills required for our rapidly changing environment.
Please note that all applicants must apply directly via the job portal.
What we offer you
At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
Benefits at Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm's financial performance). As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future.
Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.
San Francisco Hiring Range – Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in San Francisco is $140,000 – $175,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of San Francisco will differ.
Different People, Shared Values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.
Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at
Our Application Process
We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly.
Arup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of a protected veteran, or disability.
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