Substation Design Engineer

Substation Designer

Hybrid Schedule | Power Delivery Projects

Are you looking for an opportunity to grow your career in power delivery while working on meaningful, high-impact projects?

We're seeking a Substation Designer who enjoys solving technical challenges, collaborating with engineers, and developing detailed designs that move projects from concept to construction. Whether you're building on early experience in substation design or looking to take the next step in your career, this role offers exposure to a wide variety of transmission and distribution projects while providing opportunities for professional growth and technical development.

You'll work alongside experienced engineers, designers, and technical professionals to develop construction-ready designs for critical power infrastructure projects that help keep businesses, communities, and industries connected.

• Work on impactful transmission and distribution substation projects that support critical electrical infrastructure.
• Gain exposure to a wide range of voltage levels, equipment types, and substation configurations.
• Collaborate closely with experienced engineers, designers, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Build both your technical and project experience while working on projects from design through construction support.
• Flexible hybrid work environment that supports collaboration and work-life balance.
• Strong opportunities for career advancement and continued technical development.
• Exposure to advanced design technologies including AutoCAD, Micro Station, Bentley Substation, Revit, and BIM workflows.
• Join a team that values initiative, learning, problem-solving, and professional growth.

• Develop detailed physical design packages for transmission and distribution substations.
• Prepare construction-ready drawings including:
• General arrangements
• Equipment layouts and elevations
• Grounding plans
• Lightning protection plans
• Conduit and raceway layouts
• Cable tray layouts
• Bills of materials
• Support engineering calculations including:
• Ground grid design
• Bus and conductor sizing
• Cable sizing and routing
• AC/DC auxiliary system sizing
• Coordinate closely with protection & control, civil, structural, and electrical teams to deliver complete project designs.
• Review design calculations and project documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Participate in site visits to gather field information and verify existing conditions.
• Support construction and commissioning activities by addressing design questions and resolving field issues.
• Work with clients, contractors, and internal project teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Maintain accurate design documentation and support project revisions throughout the design process.

• Associate degree, technical school degree, or AutoCAD/Micro Station certification in a related field.
• At least 1 year of experience developing substation layouts and designs from engineering inputs.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD.
• Experience using Microsoft Office products.
• Experience supporting transmission and distribution substation projects.
• Understanding of drafting, electrical design, and power delivery systems.
• Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively within a team environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 2–8 years of substation physical design experience.
• Experience working on substations ranging from distribution through high-voltage transmission systems.
• EIT certification or interest in pursuing PE licensure.
• Utility or EPC project experience.
• Experience with AIS and GIS substations.
• Familiarity with IEEE, NESC, NEC, and utility-specific standards.
• Experience with Micro Station, Bentley Substation, Revit, or other 3D/BIM design tools.
• Knowledge of:
• Grounding systems
• Lightning protection systems
• Conduit and cable routing
• Equipment clearances
• AC/DC power and control systems

This opportunity is ideal for someone who:

• Takes ownership of their work and enjoys solving…