Substation Project Engineer II

Substation Project Engineer II
Up to $42.28/hour, 12-month contract
Juno Beach preferred, open to remote
Occasional travel to project sites (primarily across Florida)
Standard working hours

A leading energy organisation is looking to appoint a Substation Project Engineer II to support a growing portfolio of renewable generation and high-voltage substation projects.

This role is ideal for engineers with a solid foundation in substation design who are looking to expand their project engineering and project management experience across the full project lifecycle.

• Support renewable generation substation projects from early-stage development through execution and commissioning
• Collaborate with Early-Stage Project Managers to define engineering scope and technical requirements
• Plan, coordinate, and execute multiple projects within budget and schedule constraints
• Develop work plans, schedules, cost estimates, and resource plans
• Manage project risks, changes, and performance tracking using structured tools and processes
• Provide technical oversight and coordination of external Engineers of Record (EORs)
• Ensure compliance with IEEE, NESC, ASCE, and project-specific standards
• Support sourcing and management of engineering, geotechnical, survey, and construction services
• Coordinate engineering deliverables including Issued for Bid (IFB), Issued for Construction (IFC), and As-Built drawings
• Support FERC Order 1000 RFP processes and competitive transmission project proposals
• Interface with transmission owners, ISOs, and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with interconnection requirements
• Assist in procurement and management of long-lead materials and equipment
• Contribute to estimating, scope development, and cost modelling improvements
• Support commissioning activities and project close-out deliverables
• Provide project updates, presentations, and reporting to stakeholders
• Mentor and support junior team members where required

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil/Structural Engineering (preferred)
• 5–8+ years of experience in substation engineering or related power infrastructure projects
• Experience with high-voltage substation design and project coordination
• Familiarity with renewable energy or transmission projects is highly desirable
• Understanding of IEEE, NESC, and related engineering standards
• Experience supporting EPC or utility-scale infrastructure projects
• Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites as required

• Professional Engineer (PE) certification
• PMP certification
• Six Sigma (Green/Black/Yellow Belt)
• Experience supporting FERC or interconnection processes

• Work on large-scale renewable and transmission infrastructure projects
• Gain exposure across full project lifecycle (development to commissioning)
• Join a high-performing engineering and project delivery team
• Strong potential for contract extension and long-term opportunities

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