Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group
Providing integrated infrastructure solutions across multiple sectors to drive progress and innovation.
Project Engineer - Substation
Oversee design and execution of high‑voltage substation projects from planning to closeout.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Project Engineer – Substation will oversee the design of high‑voltage infrastructure, providing oversight for detailed design teams and performing engineering for EPC proposals. The ideal candidate has a strong background in civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering with extensive experience in high‑voltage substation or transmission line projects. • Oversee projects from inception to completion, including planning, design, permitting, construction support, and closeout. • Review engineering calculations, drawings, and specifications for electrical substations or transmission lines. • Ensure projects stay on budget and schedule while delivering cost‑effective solutions. • Verify compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, environmental and safety requirements. • Coordinate with stakeholders such as government agencies, contractors, and the public to ensure successful delivery. • Oversee quality control procedures to maintain high workmanship and material standards. • Prepare and maintain detailed project status reports, engineering documentation, and records. • Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of work.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸design review
- ▸project management
- ▸quality control
- ▸regulatory compliance
- ▸stakeholder coordination
- ▸documentation
What You Bring
The role uses the same in‑house talent and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, maintain and construct projects, offering a single point of contact from inception to completion. This turnkey execution strategy enables a cohesive Quanta Services team to enter the project life cycle at the earliest stage possible, delivering efficiency, consistency, detail orientation, and safety. The QISG team’s multidisciplinary expertise supports projects of any size. The position requires up to 10‑25 % travel to fulfill job responsibilities. This description is not exhaustive; duties may change at any time. Quanta is an equal‑opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices. • Minimum 5 years of experience in the electric utility industry performing detailed engineering for high‑voltage substation projects. • Bachelor’s (or graduate) degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET‑accredited university. • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license. • Strong technical expertise in structural, civil, electrical, or mechanical engineering with a comprehensive understanding of engineering principles. • Expert knowledge of electric utility engineering and construction standards. • Proficiency with industry‑specific software packages. • Familiarity with project controls and estimate processes and procedures. • Demonstrated experience supporting external customers. • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills for effective collaboration. • Knowledge of relevant industry codes and standards (ANSI, ASTM, ACI, AISC, IEEE, NEC, NESC, etc.). • Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and prioritize in ambiguous, complex environments.
Requirements
- ▸5+ years
- ▸ee degree
- ▸p.e. license
- ▸utility standards
- ▸industry software
- ▸project controls
Benefits
• Competitive salary and bonus structure. • Comprehensive health and retirement benefits. • Professional development opportunities.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time