Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Physical Substation Engineer to support and lead engineering activities for substation and transmission projects. This senior-level role involves overseeing the design, review, and maintenance of physical substations and switchyards , collaborating with internal teams and external contractors, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Ideal candidates will have a strong engineering background, extensive hands-on experience, and a well-rounded understanding of all aspects of substation engineering, including structural analysis, grounding design, and AC/DC calculations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and participate in capital project engineering activities, including developing RFPs, and selecting/managing third-party vendors and contractors.
• Structural analysis, grounding design, and AC/DC calculations.
• Review and recommend detailed engineering bid packages for approval.
• Develop, maintain, and manage engineering standards in collaboration with operations, planning, and project management teams.
• Assist in developing equipment ratings and guidelines to ensure proper operation and regulatory compliance.
• Provide technical guidance for ongoing new projects, and construction activities.
• Contribute to annual budget planning and maintain accurate contract records.
• Manage engineering databases and a drawing management file system.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Civil or Electrical preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electric transmission or distribution engineering with a focus on physical substation design.
• Knowledge of transmission protection, control engineering, and/or line engineering.
• Familiarity with FERC regulations, RTO planning processes, and NERC compliance.
• Experience with transmission planning and project management software.
• Proficiency in CAD software, GIS tools, Aspen, and spreadsheet/reporting software (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint).
• Willingness to travel frequently to project sites.

$120-$170k

• Retirement plan.
• Holiday & sick days (ability to roll over).
• Medical insurance with contributions to deductible.

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