Lead Substation Engineer - Remote Grid Modernization

AECO

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 190,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Lead Substation Electrical Engineer to join our Energy practice in a remote role based anywhere in the United States. You will lead the design and delivery of utility-scale substations, providing technical leadership and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams to ensure quality and on-time delivery.

The role supports grid modernization and renewable energy projects across North America. The ideal candidate has a PE license, a technical background in electrical engineering, and

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline plus 6 years of relevant experience or equivalent
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required
  • Experience with transmission and distribution substation projects a plus

Responsibilities

  • Lead engineering tasks and coordinate multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality substation designs on schedule and within budget
  • Provide technical oversight for substation protection, grounding, and control integration
  • Develop and review one-line diagrams, protection schemes, equipment specifications, and procurement packages
  • Mentor engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams across energy projects

Skills

Substation design
Protection & control
Project leadership
Client relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD
MicroStation
ETAP
Aspen
CAPE

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Lead Substation Electrical Engineer to join our Energy practice in a remote role based anywhere in the United States. You will lead the design and delivery of utility-scale substations, providing technical leadership and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams to ensure quality and on-time delivery.

The role supports grid modernization and renewable energy projects across North America. The ideal candidate has a PE license, a technical background in electrical engineering, and

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