Lead Substation Engineer

Kapower; New Jersey; A distancia; USD 130.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K with company match

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Parking and Transit Reimbursement

EAP

Pet Insurance

Descripción de la vacante

K&A Power Group in New Jersey is seeking a Lead Substation Engineer who can work remotely. You will lead the design and engineering of high voltage substations up to 500 kV, serve as the technical authority, mentor engineers, and coordinate with project teams and clients to ensure scope, schedule, and technical requirements are met.

The role requires a BS in Electrical Engineering, 8+ years of substation experience with leadership duties, and proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation, and ETAP.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• PE license is strongly preferred for this leadership role.
• 8+ years of substation engineering experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of high voltage substation design, protection & control, and applicable standards.
• Experience with utilities, EPC firms, or large-scale power projects.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation, ETAP or similar tools.
• Excellent communication and cross-disciplinary collaboration skills.
• Ability to travel for site visits and office presence one day per week.

Responsabilidades

• Lead design and engineering of substations up to 500 kV, including layout, protection & control, grounding, and equipment specs.
• Serve as the technical authority for substation deliverables, ensuring quality and compliance.
• Oversee and mentor engineers and designers; review work products.
• Coordinate with PMs, construction teams, and clients on scope and schedule.
• Prepare and review calculations, drawings, BOMs, and documentation.
• Support field activities, site assessments, and commissioning.
• Ensure adherence to standards (NESC, IEEE, NEC) and company practices.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and resource planning; drive process improvements.

Conocimientos

High voltage substation design

Leadership

Protection & control

Project management

Communication

AutoCAD

ETAP

MicroStation

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

PE license preferred

Herramientas

AutoCAD

MicroStation

ETAP

Descripción del empleo

At K&A, our employees are at the heart of everything we do, driving our success through their talent, dedication, and passion.

K&A Power Group – is a privately held engineering firm delivering worldclass technical expertise and engineering excellence to power utility and industrial clients across the United States, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. We provide comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program and project management, construction management, and EPC services, specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, and distributed energy resources.

We pride ourselves on attracting and developing top talent, building a culture of excellence, and building meaningful, long-term relationships with our employees, clients and communities, wherever they are in the world.

Powered By Innovation, Passion, And Purpose.

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Lead Substation Engineer to join our team at K&A Power Group in New Jersey, remote. 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.

• 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

What we’re looking for:

• 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 – 180,000:

Why Join K&A?

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.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits:

We offeracomprehensive benefits package for eligible classified employees, including but not limited to: [MG1]

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account [JP2]
• 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

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.