Senior Electrical Engineer - Substation (Northeast Region)

About the role

The Senior Substation Engineer will lead the preparation of design deliverables for new and modified high-voltage (13kV to 765kV) electrical power substation projects. You will work with the project team through the design and construction process, adapting engineering plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs. Leads substation projects from the conceptual phase through completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and development of substation design packages, including physical arrangement above and below grade, protective relaying and control, electrical studies such as grounding and lightning analysis, and lighting and security.
• Lead the development of substation calculations, including insulation, AC station service, DC systems and battery sizing, voltage drop, cable sizing, and conduit fill.
• Prepare design sketches, cost estimates, equipment specifications, bill of materials, and other required deliverables.
• Apply advanced knowledge of IEEE, NESC, and other industry and utility standards, guides, specifications, and procedures.
• Lead field inspections for substation facilities on public and private utility systems.
• Execute complex assignments using advanced tools and techniques, resulting in the development of new or improved processes, equipment, and/or technological methods.
• Identify, communicate, and lead resolution of issues on projects as needed.
• Manage project schedule and meet deadlines for deliverables under supervision.
• Manage project budget for deliverables under supervision.
• Work closely with the project team to ensure deliverables and services meet client satisfaction and follow internal QA/QC guidelines.
• Perform design quality reviews.
• Meet and correspond with clients or outside personnel to develop relationships with key client points of contact.
• Lead the preparation of proposals, including schedule and budget estimates.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 7 years of substation project or related experience (consulting experience preferred).
• OR Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related degree from an ABET accredited program, successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 7 years of substation project or related experience (consulting experience preferred).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Desire to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Capability to apply diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices to broad areas of assignments.
• Capability to devise new approaches to problems encountered.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.

Pay

Annual compensation range: $150,000.00 - $240,000.00. The expected compensation range is based on individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and work location. The total annual compensation package includes a base salary and eligibility to participate in a discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

• Extensive benefits package including insurance and disability coverage.
• Time off and wellness programs.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) for eligible employees.
• 401(k) retirement program.

Schedule

Full-time position with up to 20% travel required.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.