Physical Substation Engineer

Asplundh Engineering Services, LLC; Chattanooga (TN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Asplundh Engineering Services (AES) seeks a Substation Physical Design Engineer to design medium- and high-voltage substations, supporting safe, reliable power delivery. You will contribute from concept through commissioning, collaborating with clients, PMs, engineers, and partners to deliver compliant solutions.

Tasks include electrical layouts, grounding, conduits, lighting, BOMs, and engineering analyses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in electrical engineering or technology.
• EIT certification required; PE preferred.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or MicroStation and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual, preliminary, and detailed physical substation designs for medium- and high-voltage facilities.
• Perform engineering calculations, construction estimates, equipment specs, and design analyses.
• Apply NEC, NESC, IEEE, ANSI standards to deliver compliant solutions.
• Coordinate with clients, PMs, engineers, and sub-consultants to resolve technical challenges.
• Support schedule, budget, quality, and deliverables throughout the project lifecycle.
• Interface with customers to understand requirements, communicate progress, and meet deadlines.

Skills

Strong communication

Project coordination

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Chattanooga, TN, United States

Date Posted: Oct 14, 2026

Requisition Number: 7500-OTHLOC-Cd7DYfwF

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About Asplundh Engineering Services (AES)

As part of the Asplundh familyof companies,Asplundh Engineering Services (AES)deliverstop-notch engineering, design, planning,testing, commissioning, construction management and consulting servicesfor transmission, distribution,substationand renewable infrastructure markets across the U.S.

AES benefits from extensive resources and a century of experience. Together, we provide utilities with comprehensive end-to-end services, from design to construction, testingand maintenance, ensuring reliability and peace of mind.

Role Overview

The Substation Physical Design Engineer is responsible for the design and development of medium- and high-voltage substation projects that support the safe, reliable, and efficient delivery of power. This role contributes to all phases of project execution, from conceptual design and engineering analysis through detailed design, construction support, and commissioning. Working closely with clients, project managers, engineers, and external partners, the Substation Physical Design Engineer develops high-quality, standards-compliant solutions that meet project requirements and utility specifications. Through technical expertise, collaboration, and attention to detail, this position plays a critical role in delivering infrastructure that powers and strengthens the electric grid.

How you will make an impact

• Develop conceptual, preliminary, and detailed physical substation designs for new, upgraded, and expanded medium- and high-voltage facilities, including electrical arrangements, elevations, grounding systems, conduit systems, lighting plans, and bill of materials.
• Perform engineering calculations, construction estimates, equipment specifications, and design analyses to support safe, reliable, and cost-effective project execution.
• Apply client standards, industry codes, and applicable NEC, NESC, IEEE, and ANSI requirements to deliver high-quality engineering solutions that meet project objectives.
• Coordinate with clients, project managers, engineers, and sub-consultants to develop designs, resolve technical challenges, and ensure successful project delivery.
• Support project management activities by contributing to schedule, budget, quality, and deliverable objectives throughout the project lifecycle.
• Interface directly with customers to understand design requirements, communicate project progress, and deliver engineering solutions that meet expectations and deadlines.

What you will bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in medium- and high-voltage substation or power system design engineering.
• Knowledge of applicable NEC, NESC, IEEE, and ANSI standards related to substation design and electrical infrastructure.
• Experience designing and working with substation equipment, including switchgear, transformers, breakers, protective relays, disconnect switches, batteries, chargers, surge arresters, and power and control cables.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and engineering design software, including AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required; Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred, along with strong communication, organizational, and project coordination skills.
• Work Model: Hybrid Remote
• Preferred Schedule: Full-time exempt position operating primarily during standard business hours, Monday through Friday. Flexible scheduling may be required to support project deadlines, client meetings, design reviews, field activities, and project milestones.
• Travel Requirements: Occasional travel is required to support client meetings, site visits, field investigations, design reviews, project coordination activities, and construction support. Travel frequency will vary based on project assignments and business needs.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to work in both office and field environments, including substations, utility facilities, and active construction sites. Must be able to sit, stand, walk, climb stairs, and traverse uneven terrain for extended periods while complying with all safety requirements and personal protective equipment (PPE) standards. Ability to lift and carry up to