Electrical Design Engineer

Insight Global; United States; On-site; USD 68,880 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Substation Engineer to manage projects from planning through commissioning. This role involves collaborating with project managers and external engineers, selecting substation sites, coordinating permits, and optimizing designs for reliable infrastructure. Candidates should have 10–15 years of experience with substations and large-scale energy projects, a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, and a preferred Professional Engineering certification. This contract position offers competitive pay in the United States.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience working with substations and large‑scale energy projects.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering required.
• Professional Engineering (PE) certification strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, planning, and execution of large‑scale energy projects, including solar, BESS, wind, and hydrogen systems.
• Guide external engineers to ensure designs meet all codes and standards.
• Prepare scopes of work, evaluate bids, and award contracts.
• Coordinate permits, data, surveys, soil tests, and construction services.
• Provide progress updates, address risks, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Act as the technical authority to troubleshoot issues and ensure reliable infrastructure.

Job description

Substation Engineer – Insight Global

As a substation engineer, you manage projects from early planning through construction and commissioning. You collaborate with project managers, designers, and external engineers to ensure designs meet all codes and standards. Your role includes selecting substation sites, coordinating permits, arranging surveys, supporting cost estimates, and acting as the technical authority to optimize designs, solve challenges, and ensure reliable, long-term infrastructure.

Base Pay Range

$50.00/hr – $60.00/hr

Key Responsibilities

• Lead design, planning, and execution of large‑scale energy projects, including solar, BESS, wind, and hydrogen systems.
• Guide external engineers to ensure designs meet all codes and standards.
• Prepare scopes of work, evaluate bids, and award contracts.
• Coordinate permits, data, surveys, soil tests, and construction services.
• Provide progress updates, address risks, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Act as the technical authority to troubleshoot issues and ensure reliable infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience working with substations and large‑scale energy projects.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering required.
• Professional Engineering (PE) certification strongly preferred.

Employment Type

Contract

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Job Function

Distribution and Design – Utilities

United States