Project Engineer - Substation

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Health benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group seeks a Project Engineer to oversee high voltage infrastructure design and support EPC proposals. You will lead the design team, review calculations and specs, and ensure projects are on budget and schedule.

The role requires 5+ years in electric utility HV projects, a PE license, and a strong grasp of ANSI/IEEE/NEC/NESC standards. Travel up to 25% is expected, with a collaborative, safety‑minded environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in the electric utility industry performing detailed engineering for HV substation projects.
• ABET-accredited BS in Electrical Engineering; PE license required.
• Strong knowledge of electrical, civil, structural, or mechanical engineering principles.
• Experience with industry codes (ANSI, IEEE, NEC, NESC) and project controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects from inception to completion: planning, design, permitting, construction support, closeout.
• Review calculations, drawings, and specs for substations or transmission lines.
• Ensure projects meet budget and schedule with cost-effective solutions.
• Verify compliance with applicable regs and safety standards.
• Coordinate with government agencies, contractors, and the public for delivery.
• Oversee QC procedures to ensure high workmanship and materials quality.
• Prepare detailed project status reports and engineering documentation.
• Maintain personal responsibility for quality and accuracy of work.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Project oversight

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (ABET)

Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

About Us

QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.

Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.

About This Role

We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects. This turnkey project execution strategy ensures there is one point of contact to handle projects of any size from beginning to end and allows a cohesive and coordinated Quanta Services team to enter the project life cycle at the earliest stage possible.

Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.

Position Overview

The Project Engineer will oversee the design of high voltage infrastructure projects. This role will involve providing an oversight role for the design team performing the detailed design. It will also include performing engineering to support EPC proposals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering, with extensive experience in high voltage substation or transmission line projects.

What You'll Do

• Oversee projects from inception to completion, including: planning, design, permitting, construction support, and closeout.
• Review engineering calculations, drawings, and specifications for electrical substations or transmission lines.
• Ensure projects are on budget and schedule while ensuring cost-effective solutions.
• Review projects to verify compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and standards, including environmental and safety requirements.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, including government agencies, contractors, and the public, to ensure successful project delivery.
• Oversee quality control procedures to ensure the highest standards of workmanship and materials.
• Prepare and maintain detailed project status reports, engineering documentation, and records.
• Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work.

What You'll Bring

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the electric utility industry performing detailed engineering for high voltage substation projects.
• Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) or Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university.
• P.E. license required.
• Strong technical expertise in structural, civil, electrical, or mechanical engineering, with a comprehensive understanding of engineering principles and practices.
• Expert knowledge of electric utility engineering and construction standards.
• Strong understanding of industry specific software packages.
• Familiarity with processes and procedures for project controls and estimates.
• Demonstrated experience supporting external customers.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, clients, and external partners.
• Knowledge of relevant industry codes, standards, and regulations, including ANSI, ASTM, ACI, AISC, IEEE, NEC, NESC, and others.
• Able to deal with ambiguity and ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and determine priorities in a complex environment.

Travel Requirements

• Role will require travel as necessary to achieve job responsibilities, up to 10-25% of the time.

What You'll Get

• Competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Professional development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.