Sr. Substation Engineer

GFT is seeking experienced Middle and Senior Substation Engineers (Electrical Engineers) to join our expanding Power Group. As a substation engineer, you will lead or support utility and power substation projects and clients.

Hybrid (in-person and remote) in Chicago, IL;
Phoenix, AZ;
Charlotte, NC;
St. Louis, MO;
Marlton, NJ;
Roanoke, VA;
Monroeville, PA. Remote options available for the right candidate.

As a Sr. Substation Engineer, you will lead or support utility and power substation projects, from 34.5kV up through 500kV, and build effective relationships with clients and key stakeholders in the Power & Utility industry.

• Develop substation layout drawings including plans, elevations, yard layouts, grounding details, raceway details, control building layouts, cable lists, and material lists for new and existing substations.
• Create substation single-line diagrams, three-phase diagrams, auxiliary AC power systems, DC power systems, DC schematics, SCADA and communications systems, relay panel layouts, equipment wiring, and cable schedules.
• Prepare calculations and reports, presenting results to clients.
• Prepare equipment specifications for substation equipment, components, and construction.
• Manage the technical, financial, and scheduling aspects of substation projects.
• Act as project manager, client manager or capture/proposal manager as required.
• Build, maintain, and manage necessary skills, resources, and expertise to deliver strategic services, partnerships, programs, and projects.
• Collaborate internally to pursue power substation projects regionally and nationally to increase GFT presence.
• Provide QA/QC reviews.
• Mentor or lead a staff of engineers and other technical specialists; develop and nurture client relationships across disciplines.
• Assume an active role in proposal bids, reports and presentations.

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer license or on the path to obtaining professional licensure.
• 5+ years progressive experience in design, engineering and project management within the power and utility industry.
• Interest in or direct experience in the consulting engineering profession.
• Demonstrated ability with project management software (Microsoft Project or similar) for scope, schedule, and budget management.
• Design experience in high voltage substation and distribution projects.
• Experience in creating quality technical solutions and delivering major power delivery projects.
• Commitment to strong business performance, continuous improvement and best practices.

• Advanced degree strongly preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Micro Station or Inventor.

The salary range for this role is $107,000–$165,000, dependent on experience and geographic location.

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, pet insurance, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Professional development support and access to internal and external training programs.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.