Lead Substation Engineer — Hybrid, Impactful Grid Projects

Kapower; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K with company match

Parking and Transit Reimbursement

Paid Holidays & PTO

Job summary

K&A Power Group, a premier engineering and design firm, seeks a Lead Substation Engineer to join K&A Engineering in Binghamton and Rochester, NY. You will lead substation design projects, mentor engineers, and ensure compliance with IEEE standards across all phases.

The role blends office and site work, with Tue–Thu in-office collaboration. The ideal candidate has 8+ years in substation design, strong software skills (SKM/Etap/Easy Power), and a BS from an ABET-accredited program.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• Eight (8) years of professional experience within substation design and engineering for electrical utilities.
• Familiarity with grounding studies and/or lightning protection is a plus.
• Experience with Greenfields and Brownfields.
• General knowledge and application of IEEE Standards as they pertain to substations.
• Experience with power analysis software (e.g., SKM, Etap, Easy Power).
• Proven experience in Substation Design including GA, equipment, cables, and protective layouts.
• Proficient in Microsoft Projects, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Hybrid Position (office Tue-Thu).

Responsibilities

• Project engineering performance and overseeing all phases from scoping to closeout.
• Perform standard and complex engineering analyses, designs and calculations.
• Lead and create new conceptual designs based on standards; oversee external detailed designers.
• Ensure designs meet codes and standards.
• Provide technical leadership on complex projects and mentor team members.
• Act as SME for the team and liaise with contractors on policy and best practices.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

Skills

Substation engineering

Project leadership

Mentoring

MS Office

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in EE or EE Tech

Tools

SKM

Etap

Easy Power

Microsoft Projects

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

K&A Power Group, a premier engineering and design firm, seeks a Lead Substation Engineer to join K&A Engineering in Binghamton and Rochester, NY. You will lead substation design projects, mentor engineers, and ensure compliance with IEEE standards across all phases.

The role blends office and site work, with Tue–Thu in-office collaboration. The ideal candidate has 8+ years in substation design, strong software skills (SKM/Etap/Easy Power), and a BS from an ABET-accredited program.