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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.

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