Substation and Transmission Estimator

Role Summary

Join a team where you’ll work alongside experienced engineers and designers, contribute to the project estimating of high-voltage substations and transmission lines, and build your technical foundation. You’ll have opportunities to learn industry-standard tools and codes, participate in real projects, and grow your skills in a collaborative environment. This role is ideal for someone eager to learn, be adaptable, and ready to take the first step in a rewarding design career.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology OR High School GED with field experience in Power Delivery.
• 3+ years of experience in substation or transmission line engineering and/or estimating.
• Experience with engineering and construction concepts, especially within Power Delivery of high-voltage electric transmission lines.
• Experience managing a high-volume workload while communicating across multidisciplinary teams, both internally and with external clients.
• Create initial project schedules and costs.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, with high attention to detail and a willingness to learn problem-solving approaches.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Learn and understand engineering design and drawing packages.
• Learn and apply design codes and specifications related to design requirements.
• Aide in the development of project scope and estimate creating using learned design requirements and experience.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers and contribute to knowledge-sharing while continuing to grow technical expertise.
• Maintain quality of your deliverables and support peer reviews to uphold team standards.
• Lead client discussions on technical scope, provide solutions, and build strong working relationships through consistent communication.
• Drive collaboration across multi-disciplinary teams and mentor inexperienced staff.
• Execute project tasks independently within established scope, schedule, and budget parameters.
• Participate in occasional site walks for current projects—less than 5% travel.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with matching and company profit-sharing contribution
• Rich Bonus Program that rewards both company and individual performance
• Vacation & Sick Time
• Professional Development Support