Substation Engineer

Substation Engineer

As a Substation Engineer, you will join a dynamic team of power professionals focused on designing and delivering high-voltage substation projects across the country. You'll work under the guidance of experienced engineers and project managers to develop technical designs, perform calculations, and support project execution from concept to construction.

Assist in the design of high-voltage substations (69kV to 500kV), including physical layout, protection and control systems, grounding, and civil/structural elements

Prepare detailed engineering drawings

Perform electrical calculations such as short circuit, load flow, voltage drop, and grounding analysis

Support development of one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, schematics, and wiring diagrams

Collaborate with internal teams to integrate structural, civil, and environmental aspects into substation designs

Prepare technical specifications, bill of materials, and construction packages

Assist in writing engineering reports, design narratives, and client deliverables

Maintain organized project documentation and adhere to quality control standards

Participate in project meetings with clients, utilities, and internal stakeholders

Coordinate with other engineering disciplines (civil, structural, environmental) to ensure cohesive project execution

Communicate effectively with senior engineers and project managers to receive mentorship and feedback

Engage in on-the-job training and formal learning opportunities to build technical expertise

Stay current with industry standards (IEEE, NESC, NEC) and utility requirements

Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and innovation

Skills:

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Top Skills Details: autocad, Electrical engineering

Additional Skills &

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET Accredited program
- AutoCAD and/or Microstation Experience - 3D Modeling experience (Revit, Civil 3D, Inventor, etc) a plus
- Good knowledge of the industry and technology trends specific to substations.

- Familiarity with the NEC and National Electrical Safety Code

Preferred Qualifications
- Meet minimum qualification
- Knowledge of construction practices and constructability

- Experience with proposal writing and project estimating.

- Working knowledge of scheduling and project controls processes.

- EIT Certification or Master's Engineering Degree a plus

Experience Level: Entry Level

Job Type &

Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lake Mary, FL.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $38.46/hr eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:
This is a fully onsite position in Lake Mary, FL.

Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 4, 2026.

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