Substation Electrical Project Engineer
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer – Substation Design to join a leading engineering team in the energy and utilities sector. This full-time position offers the opportunity to lead and support substation projects up to 765kV, encompassing both physical and protection & control (P&C) design elements.
Responsibilities
Lead and support substation projects (69kV–765kV), including layouts, schematics, and detailed design.
Develop drawings, wiring diagrams, grounding systems, relay panel layouts, and auxiliary power systems.
Perform QA/QC reviews of design packages, ensuring adherence to technical standards and project requirements.
Mentor junior engineers and oversee technical deliverables.
Coordinate with clients, internal teams, and vendors to ensure quality and timely delivery.
Prepare engineering budgets, schedules, construction specifications, and procurement documents.
Support business development, proposal preparation, and client presentations.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (required).
Minimum 5 years of experience in high-voltage substation design (69kV and above) for a U.S. power utility.
Project Lead or Technical Specialist experience.
Strong background in QA/QC and client coordination.
Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Office.
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary: $120,000 – $210,000 per year (commensurate with experience and location)
Full benefits coverage, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Relocation assistance available for ideal candidates
Work Environment
Locations: Tualatin, OR; Walnut Creek, CA; Denver, CO; Overland Park, KS Schedule: Full-time (on-site) Travel: None required Perks: Join a respected engineering leader known for technical excellence and complex utility projects.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have prior experience working for an established engineering consulting firm such as Burns & McDonnell, TRC, Ulteig, or HDR, with demonstrated expertise in high-voltage substation design and project delivery.