Substation Project Engineer

Job Title: Substation Project Engineer

Job Type: Long Term Contract

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Engineer Level 4 Lead to manage substation projects from early-stage development through construction and commissioning. This role requires strong expertise in substation engineering, interconnection processes, and coordination with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery in compliance with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead substation projects from conceptual design through execution and commissioning
• Collaborate with Early-Stage Project Managers to define engineering scope and requirements
• Provide technical oversight and due diligence for Engineers of Record (EOR)
• Ensure compliance with IEEE, NESC, ASCE, and other applicable standards and codes
• Develop scope of work, evaluate bids, and onboard engineering consultants via Integrated Supply Chain (ISC)
• Coordinate site development activities including permitting, engineering updates, and design inputs
• Source and manage geotechnical, survey, engineering, and construction services
• Support cost estimation teams with scope assumptions and technical inputs
• Represent project interests in stakeholder meetings, including progress updates, risk mitigation, and reporting
• Review and support interconnection documentation (system impact studies, facility studies, harmonic/reactive studies)
• Coordinate with Transmission Owners/Operators and ISOs to ensure compliance and timely delivery
• Manage procurement of long-lead materials to avoid delays and cost overruns
• Support engineering services procurement and SOW creation
• Assist estimating team with template improvements and project feedback
• Collaborate across engineering disciplines to define priorities, work plans, and responsibilities
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively
• Support commissioning activities and corporate objectives
• Assist Legal teams with regulatory filings, hearings, and documentation
• Collaborate with OEMs to optimize and integrate component designs

Required Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in substation engineering / power systems / transmission projects
• Strong knowledge of substation design, construction, and commissioning
• Experience working with interconnection processes and transmission systems
• Deep understanding of IEEE, NESC, ASCE standards and industry codes
• Proven experience managing engineering consultants and EORs
• Strong background in project lifecycle management (concept to commissioning)
• Excellent stakeholder communication and leadership skills
• Experience with cost estimation, procurement, and vendor management

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with ISO/RTO environments (e.g., PJM, ERCOT, CAISO, MISO)
• Familiarity with renewable energy integration projects
• Experience supporting regulatory and compliance activities
• Strong collaboration experience with OEMs and cross-functional teams