Senior Substation Engineer in United States Embassy at Jobgether

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Substation Engineer based in United States.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to critical high-voltage infrastructure projects that strengthen power delivery systems and support evolving energy needs.
The Senior Substation Engineer will lead and support the physical design of complex substation projects, ensuring technical excellence, safety, and compliance with industry standards.
Working across engineering, project management, construction, and customer teams, this position plays a key role in delivering reliable solutions from concept through execution.
The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in substation design, calculations, and engineering documentation while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
This position combines technical ownership, problem-solving, and client engagement within a collaborative environment focused on innovation and quality.
With opportunities for professional growth and continued learning, this role is suited for an experienced engineer passionate about advancing energy infrastructure.

The Senior Substation Engineer will be responsible for leading technical design activities, supporting project execution, and ensuring engineering deliverables meet customer requirements, safety standards, and regulatory expectations. Key responsibilities include:

• Reviewing and developing physical substation design packages, including conduit systems, grounding, control shelters, electrical arrangements, outdoor lighting, and equipment layouts.
• Performing and validating engineering calculations such as grounding studies, conduit fill analysis, pulling tension calculations, vehicle tracking, lighting calculations, lightning protection, arc-flash analysis, insulation coordination, and underground ampacity studies.
• Preparing and reviewing material descriptions and equipment documentation for major and minor substation components.
• Providing technical guidance and responding to engineering questions from construction teams, project managers, customers, and field personnel.
• Managing assigned project design activities, schedules, documentation, and coordination between engineering disciplines.
• Collaborating with internal teams and customer representatives to ensure designs align with project specifications and operational requirements.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance customer experience, engineering processes, and project delivery.
• Traveling periodically to customer locations and active construction sites for project meetings, inspections, testing, and technical support.
• Maintaining accurate engineering records, design documentation, and quality control standards throughout project execution.

The ideal candidate is an experienced electrical, mechanical, or civil engineer with strong knowledge of high-voltage substation design and a proven ability to manage complex engineering projects. Required qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in the physical design of high-voltage substations.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Strong understanding of substation engineering principles, industry standards, and applicable safety requirements.
• Experience performing engineering calculations and reviewing technical design packages.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and technical calculation tools such as Mathcad.
• Familiarity with engineering software tools such as AutoCAD, CDEGS, CYMCAP, LitePro, FEAP, Southwire SAG/Ten, Alcoa, Vehicle Tracking, SAP-2000, or similar applications is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple projects, and deliver high-quality work within deadlines.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing technical training and professional development.
• Ability to travel occasionally, including overnight stays at active construction sites.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.

The company offers a supportive environment focused on employee growth, technical excellence, and long-term career development. Benefits include:

• Competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunities to work on challenging high-voltage infrastructure and energy projects.
• Professional development through technical, team-building, and leadership training programs.
• Collaborative workplace culture built around teamwork, trust, and innovation.
• Opportunities to contribute to impactful projects supporting stronger and more reliable power systems.
• Exposure to multidisciplinary engineering teams and complex customer-driven solutions.
• Comprehensive support for career advancement and continued learning.