Substation Engineering Manager; PE – Utilities & Power Systems; Remote Option

Substation Engineering Manager (PE) – Utilities & Power Systems (Remote Option)

Join one of the largest woman‑owned engineering firms in the U.S., recognized as a Top Workplace four years running. At Primera Engineers
, technical excellence drives everything we do. Our Substation Group delivers high‑impact transmission and distribution (T&D) projects for major utility and EPC clients nationwide.

We’re seeking a Substation Engineering Manager (PE) with deep experience in physical and protection & control design to lead a talented engineering team delivering modern, reliable power systems. If you thrive on technical excellence, cross‑discipline collaboration, and mentoring others in a supportive environment, Primera is the place to grow your career.

• Flexible work options
  :
  Hybrid or remote schedules depending on project needs.
• Culture of belonging
  :
  Be part of a nationally ranked, inclusive firm that values people, teamwork, learning, and collaboration.
• Growth that lasts
  :
  We invest in and support your goals – professional training, PE licensing, leadership development, and technical programs are all part of the package.
• Comprehensive benefits
  :
  Competitive compensation, profit sharing, 401(k) match, ESOP participation, continuing education reimbursement, paid volunteer time, professional development support, and generous paid time off.
• Impactful work
  :
  Contribute to substation modernization and grid reliability projects that strengthen sustainable power systems across the U.S.

• Manage the Substation Group
  , ensuring resource allocation, budgets, utilization, schedules and technical excellence across all projects.
• Lead substation physical and protection & control design on high‑voltage (69 kV –500 kV) substation projects.
• Provide technical direction and perform quality reviews of calculations, drawings, and specifications.
• Lead and review substation physical and protection & control design
  —including layouts, one‑lines, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Oversee loss prevention practices and ensure compliance with NESC, IEEE, ANSI, and NEMA standards.
• Support proposal preparation
  , cost estimating, and client presentations.
• Mentor and develop engineers
  , conduct training, and manage utilization and group performance metrics.
• Collaborate with the Substation Department Manager on recruiting, business development, and long‑term strategy.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering and an active Professional Engineer (PE) license required; PMP certification is a plus.
• 15+ years of experience in high‑voltage substation and power systems engineering and 4+ years in leadership or supervisory roles
  .
• Fluency in utility standards such as NEC, NESC, IEEE, NEMA, and ANSI
  .
• Advanced knowledge of substation physical design
  , including physical and protection & control layouts, one‑lines, schematics, and wiring diagrams
  .
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project
  , and familiarity with AutoCAD, Micro Station, or Bentley Substation tools.
• Strong communication, organization, coaching, leadership, and client‑relationship skills
  .

Estimated salary range: $120,000 – $160,000
, based on experience, qualifications, and PE/PMP status.

Bring your technical expertise and leadership to a company that values people as much as projects
. Apply here or reach out to our recruiting team directly — we’d love to share more about what makes Primera a great place to lead and grow.

Primera Engineers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.