Substation Engineer
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Substation Engineer
As Substation Engineer, you’ll:
- Lead and support substation projects up to 765kV, including both physical and protection & controls design.
- Develop drawings, schematics, layouts, relay panel wiring, grounding, and auxiliary power systems.
- Perform QA/QC reviews of design packages, mentor junior engineers, and oversee project deliverables.
- Coordinate with clients, vendors, and project teams to ensure technical excellence.
- Prepare budgets, schedules, and specifications for procurement and construction.
- Support business development opportunities and present proposals/designs to clients.
Why Apply? You’ll be part of a top-ranked power engineering team working on substation, renewables integration, HVDC, BESS, and other advanced infrastructure projects. Employee-ownership means you share in the success you help create, with a comprehensive benefits package and hybrid work options after the first 90 days. Openings also in Houston, Dallas, Minneapolis, Kansas City, Austin, Atlanta, Chicago, Boston and Chattanooga
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in HV substation design (physical and/or P&C).
- Project lead or technical specialist background.
- Strong QA/QC and client coordination experience.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
- Proficiency with Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Office.
Why is This a Great Opportunity:
You’ll be part of a top-ranked power engineering team working on substation, renewables integration, HVDC, BESS, and other advanced infrastructure projects. Employee-ownership means you share in the success you help create, with a comprehensive benefits package and hybrid work options after the first 90 days.
Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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