Hybrid Substation Project Engineer for Renewables

Actalent; Bellevue (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent in Bellevue, WA is seeking a mid‑level Substation Project Engineer to deliver complete substation design for utility‑scale wind, solar, and Battery Energy Storage System projects across the United States. You will perform calculations, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and provide guidance to junior engineers.

The role offers mentorship from senior engineers and opportunities for growth, with travel ~10% and a hybrid work environment in multiple West Coast locations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of direct substation engineering experience.
• PE license in a relevant jurisdiction is required.
• Experience producing design deliverables and calculations in a project environment.
• Strong background in electrical power substation design.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver complete substation design packages for utility-scale projects.
• Perform detailed engineering calculations to support design and protection schemes.
• Produce high-quality design deliverables and documentation.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, and electrical teams for integrated designs.
• Support studies related to substation performance and integration with renewables.
• Assist with construction-phase engineering and field questions.
• Mentor junior engineers and review their work.
• Collaborate with project managers to meet schedules and budgets.
• Contribute to process improvements in design methods and tools.
• Participate in client and internal meetings to discuss design decisions.

Skills

Substation design

Engineering calculations

Protection and control

Team collaboration

Utility consulting

Mentorship

PE license

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering

Tools

EasyPower

ETAP

Job description

Actalent in Bellevue, WA is seeking a mid‑level Substation Project Engineer to deliver complete substation design for utility‑scale wind, solar, and Battery Energy Storage System projects across the United States. You will perform calculations, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and provide guidance to junior engineers.

The role offers mentorship from senior engineers and opportunities for growth, with travel ~10% and a hybrid work environment in multiple West Coast locations.