Electrical Engineer

BCP Engineers & Consultants; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 59,099 - 84,171; Full time

Job summary

A consulting engineering firm in Richmond, VA is seeking an Electrical Substation Engineer II for a contract position. This hybrid role involves reviewing design packages, responding to RFIs, and supporting solar and BESS generation projects. Candidates should have an Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Degree, 2-5+ years of experience, and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive pay rate of up to $52/hr.

Qualifications

• 2-5+ years of relevant engineering experience required.
• Full knowledge of engineering theories and principles.
• Strong planning, organization, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Review design packages for solar and BESS projects.
• Respond to RFIs from contractors.
• Support projects from design to energization.

Skills

Power system modeling

Electrical engineering principles

Analytical thinking

Strong communication skills

Project management skills

Education

Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Degree

Tools

ETAP

PSSE

Job description

Overview

Electrical Substation Engineer II - Hybrid / Richmond, VA

Start: September 2025

ST Pay Rate: Up to $52/hr ST (1.5 OT)

Length of Assignment: One year with extension possible

Work Location: Located in the Richmond, VA area

Schedule: Hybrid schedule (2 days remote and 3 days in the office)

Education:

Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Degree

Summary / Responsibilities

• Review design packages for substation and high voltage generation tie-line projects associated with new solar and BESS generation projects
• Review and provide resolution to third party Owner's Engineer's comments
• Respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) from substation/generation tie-line contractor
• Support projects starting at the design phase and through construction to energization
• Review equipment submittals and commissioning documentation
• Interface with other departments or groups such as Business Development, Project Management, Construction, Supply Chain, Real Estate, and Operations
• Make occasional day trips to sites in Virginia to help resolve construction related engineering issues

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

• 2-5+ years of relevant engineering experience
• Full knowledge of engineering theories and principles
• Knowledge of and experience in power system modeling and electrical engineering principles
• Skilled in use of advanced techniques and extension of theories, precepts and practices of substation design (or related sciences and disciplines)
• Strong oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing)
• Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems
• Ability to interpret codes, regulations and practices
• Equally effective working independently or in team environment
• Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks
• Strong planning, organizational and project management skills

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

• Working knowledge of PJM and NERC policies and procedures
• Experience with ETAP and PSSE is preferred
• Experience with relays and control systems
• An understanding of substation and transmission line engineering is preferred

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals

Virginia or North Carolina Professional Engineer License is preferred but not required.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Management

Industries

• Utilities

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