Senior Substation Electrical Engineer (USA)

Senior Substation Electrical Engineer

Location: Remote, Nationwide (United States)

Our client, a growing engineering organization supporting critical power infrastructure, is seeking an experienced Senior Substation Electrical Engineer to help shape the next generation of reliable electrical transmission and distribution systems. This is an exciting opportunity to join an expanding technical team, influence complex substation projects, and play a meaningful role in strengthening the infrastructure that powers communities and businesses nationwide. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in substation protection and controls, a passion for engineering excellence, and the ability to guide technical teams through challenging projects. With nationwide remote flexibility, exposure to diverse utility projects, and opportunities for technical leadership, this position offers an excellent next step for an accomplished power systems engineer.

This Role Offers:

• Remote work flexibility across the United States, with occasional travel for project coordination and team collaboration.
• Opportunity to contribute to a growing engineering practice with expanding project opportunities.
• Collaborative environment with opportunities to mentor engineers and help develop a high-performing technical team.
• Long-term professional growth through exposure to complex utility and power delivery challenges.

Focus:

• Direct protection and controls engineering activities for medium and high voltage substations, supporting projects ranging from 15kV to 500kV.
• Guide the preparation of comprehensive electrical design packages, including one-line and three-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, wiring details, and control panel documentation.
• Establish protection strategies and evaluate relay applications to support dependable system performance and equipment coordination.
• Guide the development and integration of electrical control technologies, remote monitoring capabilities, and supporting network infrastructure to ensure reliable system functionality.
• Evaluate engineering calculations, design documents, and technical submissions to maintain accuracy, consistency, and compliance.
• Partner with multidisciplinary engineering teams and project stakeholders to resolve design challenges and maintain project progress.
• Support electrical infrastructure improvements, equipment replacements, and new substation developments throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coach developing engineers, share technical expertise, and promote consistent engineering practices across concurrent assignments.

Skill Set:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited institution, preferably emphasizing power systems or controls.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license and at least 8 years of progressive experience in substation protection and controls engineering.
• Demonstrated experience designing protection and control systems for substations operating between 15kV and 500kV.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical protection systems, with the ability to evaluate, configure, and specify appropriate devices from leading industry manufacturers.
• Ability to develop and review electrical drawings, AC/DC control circuits, wiring diagrams, relay protection designs, and associated technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of SCADA, RTU, telecommunications interfaces, and substation control system integration.
• Familiarity with IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, NEC, NESC, and applicable utility engineering requirements.
• Proven ability to review technical deliverables, guide engineering decisions, mentor junior professionals, and communicate effectively across project teams.

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