Senior Electrical Engineer, Physical Substation Design

Asplundh Engineering Services, LLC; Newark (DE); Remote; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Asplundh Engineering Services (AES) is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer, Physical Substation Design, to lead HV substation projects from concept to commissioning. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, deliver complex engineering designs, and mentor junior engineers to uphold technical excellence.

The role offers a remote work model in the United States, with up to 10% travel. Strong knowledge of NEC/NESC/IEEE/ANSI standards, and experience with transformers, switchgear, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• 8+ years in medium- and high-voltage substation or utility design.
• Strong knowledge of NEC, NESC, IEEE, and ANSI standards.
• Experience designing substation equipment including transformers, switchgear, breakers, relays, cables, grounding, and control systems.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, MS Office applications, and project management software.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and mentor engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the physical design and execution of medium- and high-voltage substation projects from conceptual design through construction support and commissioning.
• Develop detailed engineering deliverables including electrical arrangements, elevations, grounding systems, conduit layouts, cable trench plans, lighting plans, lightning protection systems, and bill of materials.
• Collaborate with clients, project managers, engineers, and cross-functional stakeholders to meet technical, quality, schedule, and budget expectations.
• Serve as a technical resource and mentor to junior engineers and designers.
• Review engineering designs and deliverables to ensure compliance with client standards, industry codes, and company quality requirements.
• Support project planning, design estimates, equipment specifications, procurement activities, and overall project execution.
• Act as a trusted engineering partner to clients by providing solutions to complex technical challenges and maintaining strong customer relationships.

Skills

Substation design

Project leadership

Client communication

Mentoring

Electrical engineering fundamentals

Education

Electrical Eng degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Description

What if you could discover the way to an exciting and rewarding career? The path is closer than you may think. Connect with us, explore the possibilities, and see why Asplundh is 36,000 strong and growing.

About Asplundh Engineering Services (AES)

As part of the Asplundh family of companies, Asplundh Engineering Services (AES) delivers top-notch engineering, design, planning, testing, commissioning, construction management and consulting services for transmission, distribution, substation and renewable infrastructure markets across the U.S.

AES benefits from extensive resources and a century of experience. Together, we provide utilities with comprehensive end-to-end services, from design to construction, testing and maintenance, ensuring reliability and peace of mind.

Role Overview

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, Physical Substation Design, you will play a critical role in delivering innovative and reliable substation design solutions that support the evolving energy landscape. This position leads and contributes to complex medium- and high-voltage utility projects from concept through commissioning, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure technical excellence, client satisfaction, and project success. The ideal candidate combines strong engineering expertise with leadership, project coordination, and mentorship capabilities to help shape the future of power infrastructure.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Lead the physical design and execution of medium- and high-voltage substation projects from conceptual design through construction support and commissioning.
• Develop detailed engineering deliverables including electrical arrangements, elevations, grounding systems, conduit layouts, cable trench plans, lighting plans, lightning protection systems, and bill of materials.
• Collaborate with clients, project managers, engineers, and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver projects that meet technical, quality, schedule, and budget expectations.
• Serve as a technical resource and mentor, providing guidance, training, and development opportunities to junior engineers and designers.
• Review engineering designs and deliverables to ensure compliance with client standards, industry codes, and company quality requirements.
• Support project planning, design estimates, equipment specifications, procurement activities, and overall project execution.
• Act as a trusted engineering partner to clients by providing solutions to complex technical challenges and maintaining strong customer relationships.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• 8+ years of experience in medium- and high-voltage substation, transmission, distribution, generation, or utility design engineering.
• Strong knowledge of NEC, NESC, IEEE, and ANSI standards and their application to utility infrastructure projects.
• Experience designing and specifying substation equipment including transformers, switchgear, breakers, relays, cables, grounding systems, and control systems.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, Microsoft Office applications, and project management software.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects, mentor engineering teams, and effectively communicate with clients and stakeholders.

Work Environment & Preferences

• Work Model: Remote. This position operates in a remote work environment, providing the flexibility to work from anywhere within the United States while collaborating closely with project teams, clients, and stakeholders across multiple locations and time zones.
• Preferred Schedule: This is a full-time position offering a flexible remote work schedule, with collaboration occurring across multiple time zones as needed to support project and client requirements.
• Travel Requirements: This role requires up to 10% travel for client meetings, site visits, project reviews, field assessments, and construction support activities.
• Physical Requirements: This position requires the ability to work at a computer for extended periods, review technical drawings and engineering documentation, communicate effectively in virtual and in-person environments, and occasionally visit utility, substation, and construction sites while adhering to applicable safety requirements.

Why Work Here?

The work we perform at Asplundh is the collective effort of unique individuals. They are people with grit and heart who show up with a diversity of skills, backgrounds, and perspectives. It’s a place where individual and cultural differences are respected and valued. It’s a place where we are stronger together. Where collaboration and teamwork thrive. Where our authentic selves can flourish. The common thread for field workers and office professionals alike is that we truly care about the environment, each other, and the communities we serve.

Important Information For Applicants

• Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.
• If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 3656.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which include background screening, drug testing, and employment eligibility verification.
• Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.
• We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and welfare and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off and holiday pay benefits.
• Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.