Substation Project Engineer - Spokane, WA

About the role

The Substation Practice at David Evans and Associates (DEA) is seeking a Project Engineer to support the delivery of substation design work for utility-scale wind, solar, and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects across the United States.

Responsibilities

• Create and oversee substation design deliverables from preliminary through IFC plan sets; deliverables may include but not limited to: one-line diagrams, schematics, wiring, general arrangements, conduit, grounding, equipment connection details, design criteria, equipment specifications, and construction specifications
• Perform engineering calculations such as bus sizing, AC/DC station service sizing, cable sizing, grounding, and equipment selection
• Coverage with project manager and multidisciplinary project teams to support project execution
• Aid in preparation of technical studies (short circuit, grounding, arc flash, etc.)
• Perform QA/QC reviews of junior engineers’ work and incorporate feedback from senior engineers and SMEs
• Provide support during construction phases, including RFI responses and submittal review
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to entry-level engineers as they develop substation design skills and project delivery experience

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering
• 4-8 years' experience specifically in substation protection & control, or physical design experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in utility-scale renewable energy projects (wind, solar, BESS)
• Consulting experience preferred
• Familiarity with substation design tools (e.g., EasyPower, ETAP)

What We Offer

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Financial wellness: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions
• Professional development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities
• Work-life balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Retirement: 401k plan
• Wellbeing focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health
• Growth opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement

Pay

Potential salary range: $120,000 - $150,000

Schedule

Flexible 9/80 schedule—every other Friday off!