Substation Design Engineer - Remote

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for Substation design engineers who will help grow the next level of the organization.  You’ll ensure technical accuracy, drive quality, and help shape project outcomes. This position is ideal for those who thrive in leadership roles, enjoy mentoring others, and are ready to guide project execution while driving technical excellence and team development.

Responsibilities

• Guide project teams and mentor engineers while leading design efforts
• You’ll ensure technical accuracy, drive quality, and help shape project outcomes
• This position is ideal for those who thrive in leadership roles, enjoy mentoring others, and are ready to guide project execution while driving technical excellence and team development
• Lead the design of high voltage substations (15 kV to 500 kV) in design software
• Implement client standards and applicable design codes and specifications related to design requirements
• Coordinate drawing development and CAD-based design tasks
• Collaborate with experienced engineers and contribute to knowledge-sharing while continuing to grow technical expertise
• Accountable for the quality of your deliverables and for supporting peer reviews to uphold team standards
• Engage with clients to clarify technical requirements, contribute to project updates, and ensure alignment with expectations
• Execute project tasks independently within established scope, schedule, and budget parameters
• Participate in occasional site walks for current projects
• Less than 5% travel

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology
• 8-10 years of experience in power utility design
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) is required 
• Proficient with AutoCAD, ACADE and Inventor
• Proficient in the design of substation physical structures, wiring and controls
• Practiced ability to comprehend and interpret safety codes, utility standards and regulations (NESC, AXCE, IEEE)
• Demonstrated analytical and organizational skills, with effective problem-solving abilities and consistent attention to detail
• Reliable and team-oriented, with demonstrated experience collaborating across disciplines to support project execution
• Clear and professional communicator with demonstrated ability to convey technical information across teams and disciplines