Substation Engineer II

About the role

This role delivers end-to-end substation engineering including design, analysis, operational support, and NERC compliance for high- and medium-voltage assets. You'll partner across engineering, operations, and compliance to ensure accurate designs, reliable performance, and audit-ready documentation.

Responsibilities

• Design and support substation and wind site systems (transformers, breakers, bus, grounding, protection & control, lines and feeders)
• Lead studies, drawings, and specs (one-lines, schematics, short-circuit, arc-flash, coordination) and support projects through commissioning
• Ensure NERC compliance (FAC, PRC, applicable CIP) through accurate ratings, settings, and audit-ready documentation
• Support operations with event analysis, collaborate cross-functionally, and drive standards, safety, and continuous improvement

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
• 4 or more years of related engineering experience
• Possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D License
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong understanding of substation design, equipment ratings, and protection systems, including relay fundamentals and coordination concepts
• Experience with power system analysis and relay/short-circuit studies using tools such as ASPEN, ETAP, SKM, or PSCAD
• Proven ability to develop and support NERC compliance documentation, with working knowledge of applicable standards (e.g., FAC, PRC) and protection maintenance practices

Benefits

This position qualifies for a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Compensation Incentive Program
• Retirement Benefits
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance, Disability & Voluntary Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Community Engagement, and more

Pay

The expected annual compensation range for this position is $82,000 - $102,000. Compensation offered to the selected candidate will vary depending on relevant knowledge, skills, training, experience, and market conditions.

Schedule

Combination of office and field work; periodic substation site visits required. Must be able to work safely around energized high-voltage equipment. Occasional after-hours or emergency response support.