Substation Engineer III
Actalent · Kansas City, MO · Yesterday
RemoteRemoteEngineering$52–$66/hrContract
About the role
Join a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your expertise drives innovation across traditional utility systems and emerging renewable energy projects.
Responsibilities
- Lead Substation Design Projects
- Develop complete design packages from concept to construction
- Create physical layouts, grounding systems, trenching plans, and cable routing
- Drive Technical Excellence
- Produce and review AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts
- Ensure design accuracy through thorough QA/QC reviews
- Design Protection & Control Systems
- Develop and test relay settings
- Perform engineering calculations (voltage drop, battery sizing, etc.)
- Own Project Delivery
- Plan, schedule, and coordinate projects of varying complexity
- Collaborate cross-functionally to meet deadlines and client expectations
- Mentor & Lead
- Guide junior engineers and interns
- Contribute to training programs and team development
Requirements
- 6–15 years of experience designing and leading substation projects
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
- Strong understanding of: Three-phase power systems, Symmetrical components, IEEE/ANSI device standards
Nice to Have
- Experience designing substations without predefined standards (greenfield/build-from-scratch projects)
- Renewable energy or utility-scale project experience
- Medium voltage or collection system design experience
- Familiarity with ETAP, SKM, or similar modeling tools
- ERP system experience (e.g., NetSuite)
Why Join Us?
- Work From Anywhere
- Growth & Impact
- Opportunities to advance your technical and leadership career
- Continuous learning, training, and professional development
- Supportive Culture
- Collaborative, inclusive environment
- Leadership that invests in your success
- Strong emphasis on innovation and teamwork
Ready to Power the Future?
If you're passionate about delivering high-quality engineering solutions and leading impactful projects, we’d love to connect with you. Apply today and bring your expertise to a team that values innovation, flexibility, and excellence.