Principal Substation Physical Engineer

b19 Consulting; Colorado; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and annual performance incentives

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage with company HSA contributions

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off and flexible scheduling

Parental leave and optional pet insurance

Ongoing professional development support

Opportunity to contribute to a high-performing team

Job summary

A premier engineering firm is seeking a Principal Substation Engineer to provide technical leadership within its substation design group. The role involves overseeing engineering activities, mentoring early-career engineers, and driving continuous improvement in design methodologies. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits including comprehensive health coverage and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of substation physical or protection & controls engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license and Engineer-in-Training (EIT/FE) certification preferred but not required.
• Prior experience in utility or power consulting environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and technical direction for substation engineering and design activities.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams ensuring compliance with standards and client specifications.
• Mentor early-career engineers through guidance and technical review.

Skills

Strong communication

Coordination

Problem-solving

Technical team leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Principal Substation Engineer

b19 consulting is recruiting on behalf of a premier engineering firm in the power and utilities sector for the position of Principal Substation Engineer. This newly established role represents a key opportunity for an accomplished engineer to take on technical leadership responsibilities within a growing physical substation design group.

The selected candidate will serve as a trusted technical expert, mentor, and strategic contributor—supporting a wide range of utility and transmission projects while helping to drive innovation and quality across all deliverables.

Base Pay Range

$120,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and technical direction for substation engineering and design activities.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams, ensuring compliance with applicable standards, codes, and client specifications.
• Mentor and develop early-career engineers through structured guidance and technical review.
• Oversee complex substation design efforts, including equipment layout, grounding, and structural coordination.
• Drive continuous improvement in project execution, introducing new technologies and design methodologies.
• Support proposal development, technical evaluations, and project planning efforts as required.
• Coordinate effectively with project management, construction, and procurement teams to align technical deliverables with project schedules.
• Engage regularly with internal leadership and clients to provide updates, resolve technical challenges, and ensure client satisfaction.
• Represent the firm in discussions with regulatory agencies, utilities, and professional organizations when needed.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of substation physical or protection & controls engineering experience
• Licensure: Professional Engineer (PE) license and Engineer-in-Training (EIT/FE) certification preferred but not required
• Competencies: Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving abilities; demonstrated experience leading technical teams
• Preferred: Prior experience in utility or power consulting environments

Benefits and Advantages

• Competitive salary and annual performance incentives
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage with company HSA contributions
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off, holidays, and flexible scheduling options
• Parental leave and optional pet insurance
• Ongoing professional development and continuing education support
• Opportunity to contribute to a high-performing team advancing the future of power infrastructure

Seniorities

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Design

Industries

Engineering Services and Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution