Substation Physical Design Project Lead

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead substation design projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience and a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering. Responsibilities include overseeing project delivery while collaborating with cross-discipline teams. The position offers competitive pay, relocation assistance, and great career growth opportunities in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Competitive base pay

Annual bonus opportunities

Relocation assistance

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in substation physical design.
• Proven track record in managing multiple projects.
• Experience in design quality checks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate multiple substation physical design projects.
• Serve as the technical lead and client contact.
• Collaborate with structural engineering groups.

Skills

Leadership

Client communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical assembly design

AC distribution systems design

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a senior electrical engineer with strong leadership capabilities to oversee multiple substation physical design projects. This individual will serve as the technical lead, guiding a team of 5–6 supporting engineers and ensuring project delivery excellence.

While the role is project-driven and client-facing, it does not include formal personnel management. Candidates should have a proven track record in substation design, with the ability to handle anywhere from one to five projects at a time.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate multiple substation physical design projects, ensuring on-time, high-quality deliverables.
• Serve as technical lead and primary point of contact for clients and cross-discipline teams.
• Guide a team of 5–6 supporting engineers, providing oversight and reviews to maintain deliverable quality.
• Collaborate with structural and civil engineering groups to ensure integrated design.
• Develop and review physical layouts, electrical assemblies, and related documentation for substations.
• Support project planning, risk assessment, and scope changes as needed.

Work Location and Travel

• Hybrid Remote: Marlborough MA onsite 2–3 days per week and remainder remotely.
• Travel: Approximately 10% local travel across MA, CT, and RI markets.
• Relocation assistance: Packages available for qualified prospects.

Required Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or closely related field).
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in substation physical design.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients and cross-discipline teams.
• Demonstrated experience in reviewing and performing quality checks on substation design deliverables.

Technical Expertise Sought

• Development and quality review of physical layouts and electrical assemblies for medium- and high-voltage substations (greenfield and brownfield).
• Preparation of plan views, section views, and bills of material.
• Routing and design of trenches and conduits.
• Design of low- and medium-voltage AC distribution systems (120V, 240V, 480V).
• Specification and evaluation of substation equipment.
• Familiarity with industry standards and codes (NEC, ANSI, IEEE, NEMA, NESC).
• Performing engineering calculations, including:
  • AC service sizing
  • Grounding studies
  • Lightning and lighting protection
  • Conduit fill and sizing
• Experience with AIS (Air-Insulated Substations) and GIS (Gas-Insulated Substations).
• Ability to coordinate closely with structural and civil engineering groups to ensure integrated design.
• PE license (not required).

What We Offer

• Competitive base pay and annual bonus opportunities.
• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates.
• Huge career growth opportunities within a dynamic project environment.
• Exposure to a wide range of substation projects across New England.
• Sponsorship to qualified candidates with USCIS work requirements