Senior Electrical Engineer (Substation)

Description

• Prepare substation layouts, one‑line and three‑line diagrams, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Stamp/seal drawings and documents, including those for which you serve as the professional in responsible charge, per applicable jurisdictional statutes.
• Implement safety protocols for high‑voltage environments within design practices and during construction support.
• Collaborate with project managers, contractors, AHJs, and utility representatives to ensure design accuracy and constructability.
• Ensure adherence to IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, NESC, and utility standards, as well as SSOE quality procedures.
• Provide design support during construction, respond to RFIs, and review/approve major items involving materials, equipment, and field construction.
• Plan and develop engineering projects involving unique or complex problems, offering specialized expertise in substation engineering.
• Maintain liaison with internal and external stakeholders, acting independently on technical matters within the substation discipline.
• Interpret, organize, execute, and coordinate large substation engineering assignments with responsibility for budget, schedule, quality, and inter‑discipline coordination.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and sustainability practices applicable to substation engineering.
• Plan, organize, supervise, and review the work of engineers and designers assigned to the project; participate in mentoring activities within the department.
• Coordinate designs for steel structures, foundations, grounding grids, buswork, raceway, and conduit systems.
• Review vendor drawings and perform QA/QC checks on design deliverables; coordinate multi‑discipline interfaces.
• Specify and select substation equipment (e.g., transformers, breakers, switchgear, relays, instrument transformers).
• Integrate SCADA systems, networking, and protective relaying into substation designs and upgrades.
• Perform power system studies and analyses to support design decisions (load flow, short circuit, protection coordination, arc‑flash).

Requirements

• Maintains continuing professional education as required by registered states (voluntary or mandatory).
• Prior experience reviewing vendor drawings, performing QA/QC, and providing field/commissioning support.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and teamwork skills; ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• 99% – our CEO’s approval rating on Glassdoor.
• Experience with SCADA integration, arc‑flash studies, and protective device coordination for substations.
• Twelve (12)+ years of related practical experience in substation design and engineering. Experience in lieu of professional license may be considered at SSOE’s discretion.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program; PE license preferred. EIT required if PE not yet obtained.
• Travel required for site visits and commissioning activities.
• 28% – of our employees have been with SSOE for 10 years or more.
• Demonstrated knowledge in: HV (>115 kV)/MV substation/switchgear design and substation yard layout; utility coordination; LV (480V/400V) plant power distribution interfaces; on‑site generation (stand‑by, prime, co‑gen, renewables) and UPS systems.
• Valid driver’s license required (may be waived for international assignments).
• Proficiency with design and analysis tools such as AutoCAD, ETAP or similar power system analysis software, and protection relay settings/configuration.

Benefits

• Exciting Projects: Work on innovative projects from inception to completion with global, market‑leading clients.
• Competitive Salary: $130k – $170k / year depending on location, education, experience, and certifications.
• Dynamic Culture: Supportive culture where you are an essential and highly valued member of our team.
• Career Stability: Diverse market sectors, project types, and geographies help insulate your career from economic cycles.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, professional development and training, generous PTO, and paid holidays.
• 15% – percentage of employees with tenure exceeding 15 years.
• Holistic Compensation: Benefits that support well‑being, work‑life balance, and financial success.
• Career Advancement: Structured career journey with abundant opportunities for growth and advancement.
• 98% – portion of our clients who say they would recommend us to a colleague.
• Continuous Learning: A culture that celebrates curiosity, welcomes new ideas, and supports career growth.
• Bonus and Incentives: Eligibility for our annual target bonus/incentive program based on company and individual performance and goals.
• Ownership Opportunities: As an employee‑owned firm, we offer ownership opportunities to all employees at the associate level and above.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance