Sr. Lead Substation Engineer – Transmission and Distribution

About This Opportunity

We are representing a confidential engineering consulting firm seeking a Sr. Lead Substation Engineer to join their growing Energy practice in a remote role based anywhere in the United States. This position offers the opportunity to lead the design and delivery of critical transmission, distribution, renewable energy, and grid modernization projects while working alongside top engineering professionals.

As a technical leader within the Power Delivery team, you will play a key role in helping utilities and energy clients navigate an evolving energy landscape by delivering innovative, reliable, and resilient substation solutions. This role combines remote work flexibility with the chance to contribute to impactful infrastructure projects across North America.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering and design of transmission and distribution substation projects for utility, renewable energy, and industrial clients
• Provide technical guidance and oversight for substation physical design, protection and control integration, grounding systems, equipment layouts, and power delivery infrastructure
• Support the development and review of one-line diagrams, protection schemes, equipment specifications, construction packages, and design documentation
• Apply engineering expertise throughout project phases including planning, conceptual design, detailed design, procurement, and construction support
• Support engineering studies and analyses related to grounding, equipment sizing, fault current evaluations, and substation design considerations
• Lead engineering tasks and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams to deliver high-quality work on schedule and within budget
• Provide technical oversight for substation upgrades, expansions, brownfield modifications, and greenfield projects
• Support construction activities through technical consultation, design clarifications, and resolution of field issues
• Build strong relationships with utility, renewable energy, and industrial clients through meetings, technical workshops, presentations, and project reviews
• Support proposal development, scope definition, cost estimates, and pursuit efforts
• Mentor engineers and designers while supporting technical development and knowledge sharing
• Collaborate with civil, structural, transmission, protection and control, and program management teams

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline with 12+ years of experience or demonstrated equivalency
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience supporting transmission and distribution substation projects
• Strong foundation in electrical engineering principles, utility infrastructure, and power delivery systems
• Experience leading engineering tasks, reviewing technical deliverables, and coordinating project teams
• Knowledge of industry standards and codes such as IEEE, NESC, and NEC
• Experience with industry-standard engineering and design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, ETAP, Aspen, CAPE, or similar tools
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a remote environment
• Willingness to travel periodically for project, client, and team needs

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in Engineering or related technical field
• Strong communication, leadership, and client relationship skills
• Experience supporting utility, renewable energy, grid modernization, or energy transition projects
• Experience mentoring engineers and contributing to technical leadership initiatives
• Familiarity with substation physical design, protection and control systems, SCADA integration, or related power system applications

Important Notes:

• Sponsorship is not available for this role
• Relocation is not available for this role
• Location: Remote (United States) with occasional travel based on project and client needs

How We Work With You

When you apply through Get A Job.ai, our talent team will carefully review your qualifications and conduct an initial screening to ensure alignment with the role requirements. If you're a strong match, we will submit your profile to our client for consideration and guide you through their interview process.

We ask that you do not contact the client directly, as all communications and coordination are managed through our recruiting team to ensure the best experience for everyone involved.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed with qualified candidates during the screening process.

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