Senior Substation Engineer

About the role

The Senior Substation Engineer supports the design and execution of QTS utility infrastructure, focusing on high voltage substations. This role involves interfacing with various stakeholders including energy leaders, utility engagement teams, pre-development leads, operations leaders, and development team project leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design life cycle of high voltage substations under EPC contracts, including studies, procurements, and development of construction deliverables.
• Provide technical guidance and decisions to support development, design, and installation of high voltage substations.
• Oversee the construction, installation, and commissioning of substation equipment and systems.
• Identify project execution risks and develop associated mitigation plans.
• Lead operational initiatives to improve execution success at program level.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to substation operations.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and contractors to meet project timelines and budgets.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and documentation for substation projects.
• Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Provide technical support and training to junior engineers and field personnel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) and/or Engineer in Training (EIT) registration.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in substation engineering or a related field.
• Proficient in substation design software.
• Strong knowledge of substation equipment, including transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear, and protective relays. This should include 15kV through 500kV.
• Familiarity with industry standards and codes (e.g., IEEE, NESC, ANSI, NEC).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% to project sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) and/or Engineer in Training (EIT) registration.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in substation engineering or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Knowledge of electric transmission systems and design.

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing situations at a high-growth company.
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and deliver high-quality work in tight timeframes.

Benefits

• Total Rewards: Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits.
• Bonus Eligibility: This role is bonus-eligible.
• Equity: This role may qualify for equity.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.