Relocation-Eligible Substation Design Lead (HV/MV)

Dewberry Engineers Incorporated; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Dewberry seeks a Lead Substation Physical Engineer in Raleigh, NC, to lead high and medium voltage substation design efforts. The role includes guiding a growing team, coordinating with PMO leadership, and delivering safe, compliant designs for utilities and government clients.

You will oversee design deliverables, establish standards, and mentor staff while driving talent development in a complex, project-driven environment.

Qualifications

• BS in electrical engineering.
• PE license is required.
• 20+ years of experience in medium/high voltage substation design.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to demonstrate capabilities.
• Coordinate with Energy PMO leadership and client managers.
• Develop technical approach, engineer estimates, and organize the team.
• Collaborate with multi-discipline teams and offices.
• Mentor staff and promote standards across projects.
• Provide technical and quality oversight of all project work.
• Ensure compliance with design schedules and budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Verbal & written communication

Self-starter

Education

BS in electrical engineering

Tools

NEC

NFPA Life Safety Codes

Job description

Dewberry seeks a Lead Substation Physical Engineer in Raleigh, NC, to lead high and medium voltage substation design efforts. The role includes guiding a growing team, coordinating with PMO leadership, and delivering safe, compliant designs for utilities and government clients.

You will oversee design deliverables, establish standards, and mentor staff while driving talent development in a complex, project-driven environment.