Electrical Substation Lead - Hybrid, Growth & Impact

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc.

Pawtucket (RI)

Hybrid

USD 125,000 - 190,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc. (VHB) in the Energy Evolution Practice seeks an Electrical Engineering Lead with extensive substation experience. The role combines technical leadership, client engagement, and team mentorship within a hybrid, multi-office environment.

Responsibilities include leading substations projects, developing drawings, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver energy projects. Strong seller-doer capabilities and NE region experience are valued.

Qualifications

BS in Electrical Engineering; MS is a plus.
8+ years of experience; 5+ years in electrical substations a plus.
Experience with ETAP, CDEGS, CAPE, Aspen is a plus.
Experience with Microstation and AutoCAD is a plus.
Familiarity with the National Electrical Code and National Electric Safety Code.
Experience working in the northeastern U.S. is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and grow the electrical engineering service primarily supporting transmission/distribution class substations.
Engage in business development and client relations.
Manage the physical electrical aspects of substation capital improvement and maintenance projects from initiation through closeout.
Collaborate with multidiscipline substation project teams and serve as the physical electrical client-facing point of contact.
Develop/review physical electrical drawings, material lists, calculations, analyses, reports, and specifications.
Support the construction phase through site visits and RFI/submittal reviews.
Monitor and project financial performance.
Build a team and mentor staff to develop skills and achieve goals.