Senior Engineer, High Voltage Project

AES Corporation; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) eligibility

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

AES Corporation in Arlington, VA seeks a Senior Engineer, High Voltage Project to oversee EPC contractor design and construction for HV substations and transmission lines (35kV-500kV). Travel ~25% across Eastern/Central US; collaborate with utilities and EPCs, ensuring grid integration for renewables.

Requires B.S. in Electrical Eng with Power Systems, 7+ years HV experience, PE licensure preferred; strong communication and project leadership; experience with ETAP/PLS-CADD/ASPEN is a plus.

Qualifications

• B.S. Electrical Engineering with emphasis on Power Systems.
• 7+ years of substation design experience, either Physical or P&C.
• 2+ years of project engineering experience in an HV related role.
• Proficient reading of control schematics for HV breakers, Main Power Transformers, etc.
• Basic knowledge of power system modeling such as load flow, insulation coordination, grounding, arc-flash, TOV, harmonics.
• Basic understanding of grid integration requirements for renewables.
• Strong communication skills and ability to lead technical discussions among HV EPCs, Power Utilities, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize projects and tasks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee EPC contractor engineering design and construction activities for Solar, Wind, and BESS HV substations and transmission lines (35kV to 500kV).
• Establish and maintain relationships with high voltage contractors.
• Review Substation EPC designs for compliance with interconnection agreements and applicable reliability standards.
• Provide design review and advice on issues that appear technically incorrect or inconsistent with project documents.
• Review power system studies such as load flows, short circuits, harmonics, TOV, insulation coordination, etc.
• Direct coordination with interconnection providers to design collector substations per Transmission Provider requirements.
• Support role during substation commissioning by reviewing apparatus testing and coordinating testing with utility and ISO.
• Work with a project team including project management, development, interconnection, real estate, permitting, attorneys, finance, and construction in the field.
• Travel and fieldwork 25%. Majority of projects are located in Eastern or Central US.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

PE Licensure

Tools

ETAP

PLS-CADD

ASPEN

Job description

## Senior Engineer, High Voltage ProjectApply: Hybrid: US, Arlington, VA: US, Flexible, LA: US, Flexible, KY: US, Flexible, KS: US, Flexible, IA: Full time: Posted Today: R1065083Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries. AES has been **ranked #1 by BloombergNEF**in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for **millions of people worldwide.** We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to WorkTM rankings across the markets where we operate. AES was also named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices. Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institute’s Edison Awards in the twenty-first century, a distinction honoring global leadership in advancing the electric power industry. If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a more sustainable future, we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in global energy. The High Voltage Engineering team delivers pre-construction engineering and construction / commissioning engineering for High Voltage facilities associated with renewable energy power plants. Voltage ranges from 35kV up to 500kV. We are currently looking for a dynamic and passionate substation engineer to oversee the execution of high voltage projects located in the Eastern United States portfolio (ERCOT, MISO, SPP, PJM, NYISO). The senior engineer for this position should enjoy the versatility of technical tasks with a strong focus on understanding grid integration requirements for renewables. The primary focus of this role is that of an owner’s engineer to oversee high voltage designs from EPC firms contracted to design and build the high voltage facilities for our projects, and to provide technical oversight during the construction. Strong experience in detailed substation design preferred. This is a solid opportunity for a senior engineer that not only is proficient in the technical engineering aspects but enjoys building and maintaining relationships with suppliers, consultants, and electric utilities. ## **Principal Duties and Responsibilities:** * Responsible for oversight of EPC contractor engineering design and construction activities for Solar, Wind, and BESS collector high voltage substations and transmission lines (35kV to 500kV).* Establish and maintain relationships with high voltage contractors.* Review Substation EPC designs for compliance with interconnection agreement requirements, applicable reliability standards, standard industry practices, etc.* Provide design review and advice on any issues that appear technically incorrect or inconsistent with project documentation.* Review power system studies such as load flows, short circuits, harmonics, TOV, insulation coordination, etc.* Direct coordination with interconnection providers to design collector substations per Transmission Provider requirements.* Support role during substation commissioning by reviewing apparatus testing and coordinating testing with utility and ISO.* Work with a project team including project management, development, interconnection, real estate, permitting, attorneys, finance, and construction in the field.* Travel and fieldwork 25%. Majority of projects are located in Eastern or Central US. **Minimum Qualifications*** B.S. Electrical Engineering with emphasis on Power Systems.* 7+ years of substation design experience, either Physical or P&C.* 2+ years of project engineering experience in an HV related role.* Proficient in readings control schematics for HV breakers, Main Power Transformers, etc.* Basic Knowledge of power system modeling such as load flow, insulation coordination, grounding, arc-flash, TOV, harmonics, etc.* Basic understanding of grid integration requirements for renewables.* Strong communication skills and ability to lead technical discussions among HV EPCs, Power Utilities, and internal stakeholders.* Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize projects and tasks. **Desired Skills and Experience*** Project Management experience handling HV EPCs.* PE Licensure.* Technical lead experience coordinating engineering packages such as IFPs and IFCs.* Experience with ETAP, PLS-CADD, or ASPEN.* Experience in relay system testing. AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $113,000 and $141,525/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position also includes annual bonus. The benefits offered for this position are: medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, 401(k) eligibility, and paid time off (including vacation, sick leave time, and parental leave). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.Apply by clicking the application link below and submitting your information. The deadline to apply for this role is