Remote High-Voltage Project Engineer (Renewables)

AES Corporation; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 113,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

401(k) eligibility

Paid time off

Job summary

AES Corporation seeks an experienced electrical engineer to oversee high‑voltage substation design and transmission line projects across the United States, with emphasis on the Western portfolio. The role involves coordinating EPCs, utilities, and internal teams to ensure interconnection and reliability standards are met.

Senior candidates should have 7+ years in HV design (substation or transmission), strong grid‑integration knowledge, and PE licensure; non‑senior candidates with 4+ years are

Qualifications

• B.S. Electrical Engineering required; PE licensure preferred.
• Senior role requires 7+ years in technical design (substation or transmission).
• Non-senior requires 4+ years in HV design or related fields.
• Strong communication skills and ability to lead technical discussions with EPCs and utilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee EPC contractor engineering design and construction for HV substations and transmission lines (35kV–500kV).
• Coordinate with interconnection providers and internal stakeholders to meet interconnection and reliability standards.
• Review power system studies and ensure designs meet project documentation and grid requirements.
• Provide technical oversight during substation commissioning and testing; support project teams across multiple states.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Leadership

Grid integration knowledge

Education

PE Licensure

B.S. Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

PSLF

PSS/E

PLS-CADD

Job description

AES Corporation seeks an experienced electrical engineer to oversee high‑voltage substation design and transmission line projects across the United States, with emphasis on the Western portfolio. The role involves coordinating EPCs, utilities, and internal teams to ensure interconnection and reliability standards are met.

Senior candidates should have 7+ years in HV design (substation or transmission), strong grid‑integration knowledge, and PE licensure; non‑senior candidates with 4+ years are