Substation Engineer
$80k - $125kKdm-Engineerin
Job Title: Substation Engineer Salary: $80,000 - $125,000 (commensurate with experience) KDM Engineering is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Substation Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will support the engineering, design, and implementation of substation projects within the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector. This position offers hands‑on project involvement, technical growth, and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects within the power industry. Key Responsibilities: Perform substation protection and control design including panel arrangements, one lines/single lines, three lines, AC schematics, DC schematics, equipment wiring and relay panel wiring. Perform substation physical design including yard layout plans, sections and details; grounding, lightning protection, control building arrangements, interior and exterior raceways, auxiliary AC/DC power systems, and associated bills of material. Perform or oversee quality review of above facets of substation design. Prepare equipment specifications. Perform field inspections and compliance documentation. Coordinate with Transmission and Distribution clients, subcontractors, and other external stakeholders. Work closely with the Project Team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to client satisfaction and that projects are following internal QA/QC guidelines. Requirements: Bachelor of Science in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program. Minimum 3–5 years of experience in T&D engineering/design. Proficient in the use of basic computer software required for project management (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project). Additional Requirements: Must be willing to comply with all pre‑employment screening, including but not limited to drug testing, reference verification, education and employment verification, and background screening. Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. Valid Driver’s License and willingness to travel to project sites as needed. Full List of Benefits & Perks: Positive team environment Competitive salaries Flexible schedules Growth opportunities Training and professional development Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) Life, long‑term disability, and short‑term disability insurances Paid time‑off. Paid holidays. Volunteer leave HAS and HRA Transit program Sabbatical leave Parental and maternity leave Supportive management Professional development assistance Employee discounts Employee Assistance Program Team‑building outings Laidback office culture, including pool table, arcade games, and happy hour Meditation space, nap room, and nursing mothers’ room Equal Employment Opportunity: KDM Engineering strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. #J-18808-Ljbffr
$38.46 - $46.54 per hour
...Job Description Job Description Job Title: Substation Engineer Job Description Support the development of power-related design solutions by performing analytical evaluations and contributing to project recommendations. Assist in preparing key project deliverables...SuggestedContract workTemporary workWork at officeRemote workWork from home- ...Substation Engineer will support the overall design and execution of QTS utility infrastructure. This role will support the delivery of utility capacity at each campus for data center substation and utility build projects. It will interface and collaborate with critical...SuggestedFor contractorsFlexible hours
$80k - $125k
...Job Title Substation Engineer Job Description KDM Engineering is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Substation Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will support the engineering, design, and implementation of substation projects within the Transmission...SuggestedTemporary workFor subcontractorWork at officeFlexible hours$90k - $145k
4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants K&A Engineering Consulting – is a privately held company, providing comprehensive consulting... ...to power utility and industrial clients. Specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, distributed energy resources, and...SuggestedFull timeTemporary workWork at officeFlexible hours- ...Substation Engineer Chicago, Illinois, USA Openings also in Houston, Dallas, Minneapolis, Kansas City, Austin, Atlanta, Chicago, Boston and Chattanooga This role is for a Substation Engineer who will lead and support high-voltage substation design projects (up to 765kV...SuggestedWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workRelocationRelocation package
$80k - $180k
...These services include planning and systems studies, design and engineering, maintenance and testing, program management, construction,... ...information about Dashiell can be found at Position Title Substation Engineer Location 720 E. Butterfield Road STE 200, Lombard IL...Permanent employmentTemporary workWork experience placementLocal areaImmediate startVisa sponsorshipNight shift- APG, A Willdan Company is seeking an Electrical Engineer II in Oak Brook, Illinois. This role focuses on designing and developing power distribution systems for utility and substation infrastructure involving medium- and high-voltage systems. Candidates should have experience...
- Overview Substation Engineer — Chicago, Illinois, USA. Openings also in Houston, Dallas, Minneapolis, Kansas City, Austin, Atlanta, Chicago, Boston and Chattanooga. Responsibilities This role is for a Substation Engineer who will lead and support high-voltage substation...Work at officeRelocation package
$100k - $150k
Job Type Full-time Description The Substation Senior Engineer - Physical will be part of an electric substation design team and will be responsible for the engineering and design of multiple projects ranging from small "quick turn-around" to large complex substations....Full timeWork at officeLocal area$110k - $165k
Atwell, LLC is seeking an experienced electrical engineer for their Chicago office, specializing in high-voltage substation design and engineering. The ideal candidate will support the development of engineering packages and work closely with multidisciplinary teams to...Work at office- ...Job Description Job Description The Senior Substation Electrical Engineer is an integral resource to our Power Substation leadership (and supporting team) as you lead programs and a team of engineers on Milhouse projects. You will lead protective system designs,...Contract workTemporary workSummer workLocal area
- ...Job Description Job Description The Substation Engineering position will contribute to electrical designs, physical layout designs, and calculations. They are responsible for the delivery of substation systems for our high voltage substation projects. Typical projects...Temporary workSummer work
- ...innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are... ...to: Lead the transition of IEC61850‑based digital and virtual substations from pilot to production, shaping real-world grid modernization...Full timePart timeWork experience placementWork at officeRelocationVisa sponsorshipFlexible hours
- A leading engineering firm in Chicago is seeking a motivated Substation Engineer to support the design and implementation of substation projects in the T&D sector. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 3-5 years of relevant experience. The...
$67.6k - $111.65k
WSP is currently initiating a search for an Intermediate Substation Electrical (Physical) Engineer for our Chicago, IL office. Be involved in projects with our Power Delivery Buffalo Substation Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives...Work experience placementWork at officeLocal areaRelocation$90k - $145k
K&A Engineering Consulting - is a privately held company, providing comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program/project... ...services to power utility and industrial clients. Specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, distributed energy resources,...Temporary workFor contractorsImmediate startFlexible hours$107k - $165k
What You Will Do GFT is seeking experienced Mid to Senior Substation Engineers (Electrical Engineers) to join our expanding Power Group. As a substation engineer, you will lead or support utility and power substation projects and clients. If you are in Chicago, IL, Phoenix...Full timeRemote work- Black & Veatch is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for part-time work based in Chicago, IL. This position involves managing technical aspects of substation projects and mentoring junior team members. The ideal candidate should have a strong educational background in...Part time
- Black & Veatch, a leader in sustainable infrastructure, is hiring an Associate Electrical Engineer in Chicago. This role involves supporting high voltage substation projects, including design, procurement, and construction. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in...Flexible hours
$105.49k - $158.24k
Arcadis is seeking a Project Electrical Engineer to join our Power Delivery team in Chicago, Illinois. This role involves coordinating client engagement and project execution for substations, requiring a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 7 years...$120k - $190k
...natural environments. As an employee-owned, multidisciplinary engineering firm, we bring together engineers, architects, designers,... ...are EXP. Be our next Senior / Principal High-Voltage & HVDC Substation Electrical Engineer . What Your Experience Looks Like Design...Remote jobFull timeFor contractors- Energy Jobline ZR is seeking a Substation Engineer in Chicago, IL with opportunities also in multiple U.S. cities. The role focuses on leading high‑voltage substation design projects (up to 765 kV) and coordinating with clients on major power infrastructure initiatives...
$103.5k - $176k
A major engineering services firm is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer (Renewables) in Chicago to provide technical assistance on multi... ...-site projects. The role involves managing design teams for substation projects, conducting thorough project planning, and ensuring...$84.76k - $129.5k
...offers you the opportunity to work in a project team environment with other engineers and designers involved in the detailed electrical design and project management of high voltage substation projects. As a Senior Substation Engineer, you will: Take an active role in...Hourly payLocal areaRemote workRelocation packageFlexible hours3 days per week- A leading engineering firm in Chicago is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer specializing in substation design to support utility and industrial clients. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and a Professional Engineer license,...
- The Willdan Group, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Engineer II to contribute to the design and development of power distribution and substation projects in utility environments. You will work on medium- and high-voltage systems (13.2 kV-500 kV), create and review deliverables...
- Black & Veatch is seeking a qualified engineer to lead the development of IEC61850-based digital substations. This full-time position offers remote and hybrid work flexibility, with the opportunity to work in a collaborative team aimed at addressing significant infrastructure...Full timeRemote work
- A leading engineering firm seeks a Substation Automation Engineer for grid modernization in Chicago. The role involves leading IEC61850-based substation transitions, designing automation architectures, and contributing to industry standards. Ideal candidates will have a...Flexible hours
- ...The successful candidate will be a highly motivated individual who is capable of working with project teams on electrical substation engineering projects. Substation projects can include the following: Breaker and switch replacements (12kV-345kV) Relay panel replacements...Full timeWork at officeLocal areaRemote workMonday to Friday
$105.49k - $158.24k
...is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We... ...Support engineering, detail design, studies and delivery of substation physical electrical projects on transmission and distribution...Temporary workFor contractors
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