Consulting Engineer

Ameren; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 111,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage on date of hire

Employer paid pension plan

401(k) with company match fully vested

15 days paid vacation and 12 holidays

Paid parental leave and family caregiv

None

Job summary

Ameren's Substation Design Engineer will lead engineering design, project management and technical support for transmission substation projects. The role involves developing solutions, cost estimates, schedules and detailed designs, coordinating with drafting and other engineering groups, and providing consulting on standards.

Ideal candidates have a B.S. in Electrical Engineering, FE/PE considerations, 2+ years in substations, and strong analytical and leadership skills; Illinois/Missouri

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering required.
• Power option preferred; MS degree preferred.
• FE certification preferred; PE license or pursuit required in IL/MO.
• Two+ years of substation or related equipment experience; project engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineering solutions, cost estimates, schedules and preliminary designs for substation projects.
• Perform detailed design, write and evaluate material and construction specifications.
• Coordinate drawing preparation with Drafting.
• Perform cost/benefit analysis for projects.
• Oversee project cost and scheduling; coordinate real estate, purchasing, drafting and related groups.
• Provide consulting on substations and substation standards development.
• Collaborate with Ameren Transmission substation design contractors.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication skills

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

M.S. in Electrical Engineering

FE certification preferred

Professional Engineer license or active pursuit

Job description

Our benefits include:

• Medical coverage on date of hire
• 100% employer paid cash balance pension plan
• 401(k) with company match fully vested on date of hire
• Minimum of 15 days paid vacation and 12 paid holidays
• Paid parentalleave and family caregiver leave

Visit ourBenefits & Perks Page for more information on benefits provided to regular full-time employees.

About The Position

The Substation Design Engineer is responsible for engineering design, project management and technical support for projects relating to new and existing Transmission Substations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop engineering solutions, cost estimates, schedules and preliminary designs associated with initial development and budgeting of substation projects.
• Perform detailed design, writing and evaluating material and construction specifications.
• Work with Drafting to direct drawing preparation.
• Perform cost/benefit analysis.
• Responsible for overall project cost and scheduling; coordinate activities related to real estate, purchasing, drafting, construction, operating and related engineering groups associated with projects.
• Provide consulting services to other groups in matters relating to substations and also substation standards development.
• Work closely with engineering firms contracted to perform Ameren Transmission substation design services.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university required. Power option preferred. Master of Science Degree preferred. Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification preferred. Professional Engineer (P.E.) License or commitment to actively pursue one in Illinois and/or Missouri required. Two or more years of experience with substations or related equipment, design, substation operation or maintenance or relay experience preferred. Project management or large project engineering experience is preferred.

In addition to the above qualifications, the successful candidate will demonstrate:

Good analytical, project management, communications and human relations skills required. Ability to lead and/or work effectively as part of a team. Must be adaptable, flexible and able to handle multiple, concurrent work assignments.

Additional Information

Ameren’s selection process includes a series of interviews and may include candidate testing and/or an individual aptitude or skill-based assessment. Specific details will be provided to qualified candidates.

Compensation Range:

$111,100.00 - $172,200.00

At Ameren, base salary is one component of a competitive compensation package for employees. Our pay ranges are broad to allow for movement within our organization and to accommodate different skill sets and levels of expertise. We take into consideration a variety of factors including, but not limited to, skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, and internal equity when determining the base salary offered. Roles are eligible for additional rewards including annual incentive payments based on individual and company performance.

Tuesday August 25, 2026

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, military service or status, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other class, trait, or status protected by law.

Ameren Services provides energy solutions and support services for Ameren Corporation, focusing on electricity and natural gas delivery in the Midwest.

Company size 11–50 employees

Company Ameren

Location St. Louis, Missouri, United States