Lead Substation Engineer

K&A Engineering; Mays Landing (NJ); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K with company match

Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance

Job summary

K&A Engineering is seeking a Lead Substation Engineer to work remotely in New Jersey. The role involves leading the design and engineering of high voltage substations, mentoring a team, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, a PE license preferred, and 8+ years of substation engineering experience. The position offers a salary range of $130,000 – 150,000 and various benefits including medical insurance, 401K matching, and paid parental leave.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of substation engineering experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Proficient with industry standards like NESC, IEEE, NEC.
• Ability to travel for site visits and attend the designated office once weekly.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and engineering of high voltage substations up to 500kV.
• Oversee and mentor a team, providing technical guidance.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and manage project timelines.

Skills

High voltage substation design

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration across teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

PE license

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

ETAP

Job description

Lead Substation Engineer (Remote in New Jersey)

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. You’ll be part of a dynamic, people-focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and engineering of high voltage substations (up to 500kV), including physical layout, protection & control, grounding, and equipment specifications
• Serve as the technical authority for substation engineering deliverables, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and quality
• Oversee and mentor a team of engineers and designers; provide technical guidance and review work products
• Coordinate with project managers, construction teams, and clients to ensure alignment on scope, schedule, and technical requirements
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, drawings, bill of materials, and technical documentation
• Support field activities, including site assessments, commissioning support, and issue resolution
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (NESC, IEEE, NEC), utility requirements, and company engineering practices
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resource planning for assigned engineering tasks
• Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes, tools, and standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (required); PE license strongly preferred
• 8+ years of substation engineering experience, including leadership or lead engineer responsibilities
• Strong knowledge of high voltage substation design, protection & control, and applicable industry standards
• Experience working with utilities, EPC firms, or large scale power delivery projects
• Proficiency with engineering software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, ETAP, or similar tools
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to travel for site visits and attend the designated office one day per week

Pay Range $130,000 – 150,000

The salary range for this role considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to technical ability, experience and training, licenses and certifications, and other related skillsets. The disclosed range is an estimate and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

Why Join K&A?

Competitive Compensation & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account
• 401K (Traditional and Roth with company match)
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
• Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of employment
• Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)Parking and Transit Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance

People-First Culture: We put our people at the center of everything we do, creating an environment where your professional and personal growth is a top priority.

Innovation & Learning: We encourage continuous learning and invest in your development through training, mentorship, and hands‑on experience.

Collaborative Team Environment: We believe in the power of collaboration and working together to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and employees.

Recognition & Growth: We’ve earned our reputation through uncompromising precision and a commitment to excellence. As an agile and fast-growing company, we offer plenty of opportunities for your career advancement and growth.