Substation Engineer

The Opportunity

StaffRight Associates is proud to represent a premier career opening for a high-level engineering strategist ready to influence the future of the American power grid. This is a pivotal role within an elite infrastructure collective where you will spearhead complex substation initiatives, ranging from high-voltage renewals to cutting-edge energy storage integrations.

If you are a technical visionary who thrives on overseeing sophisticated electrical frameworks and mentoring the next generation of engineers, this position offers a direct path to leadership within a culture that champions collective success and technical mastery.

What You’ll Do

• Orchestrate comprehensive substation design projects up to 765kV, encompassing both physical layouts and intricate protection and control systems.

• Synthesize complex engineering documents, including detailed schematics, relay panel wiring diagrams, grounding systems, and auxiliary power architectures.

• Champion rigorous QA/QC protocols to ensure every design package meets the highest standards of safety and technical precision.

• Cultivate the growth of junior engineering staff through proactive mentorship and technical guidance on multifaceted deliverables.

• Synchronize efforts between multidisciplinary project teams, equipment vendors, and key stakeholders to drive seamless execution.

• Engineer precise project lifecycles by developing construction specifications, procurement budgets, and strategic timelines.

• Advocate for innovative technical solutions during client presentations and contribute to the expansion of the firm’s portfolio through expert proposal development.

What You Bring

• Substantial Expertise: A minimum of 5 years of dedicated experience in high-voltage substation design, focusing on physical or P&C engineering.

• Leadership Pedigree: A proven track record as a lead engineer or technical subject matter expert on large-scale infrastructure mandates.

• Strategic Communication: Exceptional ability to manage client relationships and coordinate between diverse technical and non-technical parties.

• Technical Proficiency: Mastery of industry-standard design and documentation tools, specifically Bluebeam Revu and the Microsoft Office suite.

• Credentials: A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is required; a Professional Engineer (PE) designation is highly preferred.

Joining StaffRight Associates

When you partner with StaffRight Associates in your search for your next role, you’re doing more than pursuing a job, you’re aligning yourself with a team of experts committed to placing top-tier talent in truly impactful positions.

We take pride in fostering professional growth and connecting forward-thinking individuals with organizations that value innovation and excellence. We look forward to showcasing your expertise in a way that resonates with our clients and opens the door to meaningful opportunities.