Senior/ Associate Staff Substation Physical Engineer

Ampirical; United States; On-site; USD 106,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-Sharing Bonus

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with 4% match

PTO: 80 hours vacation & 40 hours sick time

Flexible Work Schedule

Job summary

Ampirical is seeking a Senior Engineer specializing in substation physical design. Applicants should have over 7 years of experience in the utilities or energy sector, with a PE license being required. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality designs, preparing construction drawings, and mentoring junior engineers.

This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $106,000 to $165,000. Benefits include profit-sharing bonuses, medical, dental, vision plans, and a flexible work schedule.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in substation physical design within utilities or the energy sector.
• PE required; in lieu of PE, 2 additional years of experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate designs of high-voltage electrical substation components.
• Prepare construction drawing packages for bids.
• Perform quality reviews of electrical engineering work.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to less experienced engineers.

Skills

Proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university

Professional Engineer (PE) license required

Tools

ETAP

WinIGS

Job description

About Ampirical

At Ampirical, we're shaping the future of the power grid with precision, innovation, and purpose. Just as the ampere is the foundation of electric current, Ampirical is a core force driving the energy sector forward. We focus on quality, forward-thinking solutions, and empowering our team to grow and thrive.

Senior Engineer

• 7+ years of experience
• PE required. In lieu of PE, 2 additional years of experience required
• $106,000–$165,000 - Commensurate (dependent on experience, education, and qualifications)

Associate Staff Engineer

• 12+ years of experience
• PE required. In lieu of PE, 2 additional years of experience
• $124,000–$193,000 - Commensurate (dependent on experience, education, and qualifications)

Benefits

• Profit-Sharing Bonus: Semi-annual, performance-based (10% to 20% of salary)
• Day‑One Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting
• PTO: Starting at 80 hours of vacation & 40 hours of sick time per year + 10 paid holidays
• Flexible Work Schedule: Every other Friday off
• Career Development: Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement
• Perks: Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more

Role: Senior / Associate Staff Substation Physical Engineer

What You’ll Do

• Deliver accurate designs of high-voltage electrical substation components that meet industry and client standards.
• Design substation systems and components including general arrangement, equipment layout, grounding, conduit, and bills of material.
• Prepare construction drawing packages for bids and review incoming submittals for alignment with design and constructability.
• Perform quality reviews of electrical engineering work for both peers and subcontractors.
• May act as Lead Engineer and Engineer of Record for assigned projects.
• May manage the development of project proposals, bid preparation, and project schedules.
• Assist project teams during construction on substation-related issues.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to less experienced engineers.
• Travel to client sites and field locations as necessary.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET‑accredited university
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• In lieu of PE: +2 years of additional experience

Experience

• Senior Engineer: 7+ years in substation physical design within utilities or the energy sector
• Associate Staff Engineer: 12+ years in substation physical design within utilities or the energy sector
• Experience with ETAP, WinIGS, and IEEE 80/998

Skills

• Proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD, Inventor software (2D/3D modeling experience is a plus).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Ampirical is an Equal Opportunity Employer, meaning we do not discriminate based on the following characteristics in our hiring and employment practices: Age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion or religious attire, marital status, pregnancy (child birth or related medical conditions), citizenship status or amnesty, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, sickle-cell trait, status as a tobacco user or non-user, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.