Senior Engineer, Substation at Itc Holdings Corp. in Cedar Rapids, IA | Kablio

Role

Description

standards repo

engineering analysis

substation standards

tech evaluation

code compliance

audit lead

Maintains and manages a centralized repository of engineering standards, templates, and reference documentation.
Provides technical leadership during audits, quality reviews, and compliance assessments.
Represents the utility in industry working groups, technical committees, and regulatory forums.
Collaborates with engineering, operations, procurement, and construction teams to ensure standards are practical, scalable, and field-tested.
Evaluates new technologies, equipment, and materials for inclusion in standard practices, balancing innovation with reliability and cost-effectiveness.
Monitors industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies to proactively update standards and practices.
Ensures all standards align with applicable codes (IEEE, NESC, NEC), utility requirements, and environmental regulations.
Mentors and guides junior engineers and standards staff, fostering technical growth and consistency in application.
Performs and reviews complex engineering analyses to support standardization efforts, including fault analysis, bus and cable sizing, grounding system design, and lightning protection.
Leads the creation and refinement of substation design standards, specifications, and guidelines covering physical layouts, electrical systems, grounding, protection schemes, and SCADA integration.

Requirements

us authorization

problem solving

electrical engineering

microsoft office

6 years

power systems

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. ITC does not sponsor employment visas, such as H-1B or TN visas.
Possess sound analytical, problem-solving and documentation skills.
Bachelor's degree with a major in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or relevant, equivalent experience and/or education.
Ability to multi-task and work under minimal supervision, in a team environment.
Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
Ability to learn and utilize job specific software.
Minimum of six (6) years of work experience in related area(s) for Senior Engineer level.
Utility experience preferred.
Power system coursework preferred for electrical engineering majors.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with superiors and individuals inside and outside the Company.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

itc does not sponsor employment visas (e.g., h‑1b or tn); applicants must be authorized to work in the u.s.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded in 2003

Company Origins

The company emerged as the first fully independent electricity transmission company in the U.S.

16,000+ Circuit Miles

Transmission Network

Operations span over 16,000 circuit miles of high-voltage lines across eight Midwestern states.

23,000 MW

Energy Capacity

Supports peak loads exceeding 23,000 MW, highlighting its critical role in regional energy delivery.

Focused on strengthening grid reliability and interconnecting new generation assets, especially renewable energy sources.
As a subsidiary of Fortis Inc., it attracts multi-hundred-million-dollar capital investment toward grid expansion and modernization.
Typical projects include building and upgrading transmission corridors, substations, and interties to alleviate congestion.
Unique among its peers, it operates solely in transmission, avoiding generation or distribution segments.

Culture + Values

Unwavering Commitment to Safety
Excellence in All We Do
Integrity & Responsibility
Driving Value for Those We Serve
Being Better Together
An Enterprising Approach

Environment + Sustainability

1,000+ Bird Divers

Habitat Protection

Installed bird diverters and habitat protections across 98,000 acres to protect wildlife and ecosystems.

4,000 Gallon Absorption

Stormwater Management

Rain gardens at warehouses manage stormwater, with one garden absorbing approximately 4,000 gallons per event.

11,000 Lb Copper

Material Recycling

Recycled 11,000 pounds of copper from overhead conductors, donating it to Goodwill for reuse.

5 Billion Investment

Power Grid Development

Invested $5 billion in regional power grid improvements since 2007, including $588 million in the Great Plains region since 2009.

Minimize environmental, health, and safety risks through safe technologies, facilities, procedures, and emergency preparedness
Purchase and use environmentally preferable materials, products, and services
Eliminate or reduce emissions and wastes at the source
Properly store, handle, dispose, recycle and reuse waste materials
Encourage responsible use of energy

Inclusion & Diversity

Mission statement emphasizes commitment to a diverse workforce and environment of inclusion, respecting unique ideas, talents, backgrounds and experiences
Goal to continually support a diverse work environment that promotes personal and professional growth

Articles

About ITC Holdings Corp.

Careers

Sustainability

Role

Description

standards repo

engineering analysis

substation standards

tech evaluation

code compliance

audit lead

Maintains and manages a centralized repository of engineering standards, templates, and reference documentation.
Provides technical leadership during audits, quality reviews, and compliance assessments.
Represents the utility in industry working groups, technical committees, and regulatory forums.
Collaborates with engineering, operations, procurement, and construction teams to ensure standards are practical, scalable, and field-tested.
Evaluates new technologies, equipment, and materials for inclusion in standard practices, balancing innovation with reliability and cost-effectiveness.
Monitors industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies to proactively update standards and practices.
Ensures all standards align with applicable codes (IEEE, NESC, NEC), utility requirements, and environmental regulations.
Mentors and guides junior engineers and standards staff, fostering technical growth and consistency in application.
Performs and reviews complex engineering analyses to support standardization efforts, including fault analysis, bus and cable sizing, grounding system design, and lightning protection.
Leads the creation and refinement of substation design standards, specifications, and guidelines covering physical layouts, electrical systems, grounding, protection schemes, and SCADA integration.

Requirements

us authorization

problem solving

electrical engineering

microsoft office

6 years

power systems

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. ITC does not sponsor employment visas, such as H-1B or TN visas.
Possess sound analytical, problem-solving and documentation skills.
Bachelor's degree with a major in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or relevant, equivalent experience and/or education.
Ability to multi-task and work under minimal supervision, in a team environment.
Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
Ability to learn and utilize job specific software.
Minimum of six (6) years of work experience in related area(s) for Senior Engineer level.
Utility experience preferred.
Power system coursework preferred for electrical engineering majors.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with superiors and individuals inside and outside the Company.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

itc does not sponsor employment visas (e.g., h‑1b or tn); applicants must be authorized to work in the u.s.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded in 2003

Company Origins

The company emerged as the first fully independent electricity transmission company in the U.S.

16,000+ Circuit Miles

Transmission Network

Operations span over 16,000 circuit miles of high-voltage lines across eight Midwestern states.

23,000 MW

Energy Capacity

Supports peak loads exceeding 23,000 MW, highlighting its critical role in regional energy delivery.

Focused on strengthening grid reliability and interconnecting new generation assets, especially renewable energy sources.
As a subsidiary of Fortis Inc., it attracts multi-hundred-million-dollar capital investment toward grid expansion and modernization.
Typical projects include building and upgrading transmission corridors, substations, and interties to alleviate congestion.
Unique among its peers, it operates solely in transmission, avoiding generation or distribution segments.

Culture + Values

Unwavering Commitment to Safety
Excellence in All We Do
Integrity & Responsibility
Driving Value for Those We Serve
Being Better Together
An Enterprising Approach

Environment + Sustainability

1,000+ Bird Divers

Habitat Protection

Installed bird diverters and habitat protections across 98,000 acres to protect wildlife and ecosystems.

4,000 Gallon Absorption

Stormwater Management

Rain gardens at warehouses manage stormwater, with one garden absorbing approximately 4,000 gallons per event.

11,000 Lb Copper

Material Recycling

Recycled 11,000 pounds of copper from overhead conductors, donating it to Goodwill for reuse.

5 Billion Investment

Power Grid Development

Invested $5 billion in regional power grid improvements since 2007, including $588 million in the Great Plains region since 2009.

Minimize environmental, health, and safety risks through safe technologies, facilities, procedures, and emergency preparedness
Purchase and use environmentally preferable materials, products, and services
Eliminate or reduce emissions and wastes at the source
Properly store, handle, dispose, recycle and reuse waste materials
Encourage responsible use of energy

Inclusion & Diversity

Mission statement emphasizes commitment to a diverse workforce and environment of inclusion, respecting unique ideas, talents, backgrounds and experiences
Goal to continually support a diverse work environment that promotes personal and professional growth

Articles

About ITC Holdings Corp.

Careers

Sustainability