Senior Engineer Power Systems

Asplundh; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Asplundh Engineering Services seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead power systems design, substation projects, and commissioning efforts. The role emphasizes technical leadership, client interaction, and project oversight across utility, industrial, and commercial sectors.

You will mentor junior staff and guide projects from concept through construction. The ideal candidate has 10–15 years of relevant experience, a B.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Approximately 10–15 years of relevant power systems engineering experience.
• Experience leading engineering projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with utility, industrial, or large commercial power systems.
• Experience performing field investigations, condition assessments, and commissioning support.
• Familiarity with IEEE, NFPA, ANSI, NESC, and NEC requirements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior engineer and project manager on power system and substation engineering projects.
• Conduct site inspections and field investigations to verify existing physical, electrical, and wiring conditions.
• Interface directly with clients to understand requirements, develop solutions, maintain relationships, and lead project execution, schedule management, and budget performance.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers.
• Prepare engineering reports, specifications, design criteria, and procurement packages.
• Support equipment specification, material procurement, vendor coordination, and construction/commissioning activities.

Skills

Power systems engineering

Project leadership

Client interaction

Field inspections

Mentorship

Education

B.S. Electrical Engineering

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

Asplundh Engineering Services is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join our growing Power Systems Engineering. This role exists to provide technical leadership, oversee complex engineering projects, and support modernization of critical electrical infrastructure. The Senior Engineer will lead project teams, mentor junior staff, interface directly with clients, and deliver high‑quality engineering solutions across utility, industrial, commercial, and institutional applications. This position plays a key role in driving projects from concept through design, construction, and commissioning.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Serve as the senior engineer and project manager on power system and substation engineering projects.
• Conduct site inspections and field investigations to verify existing physical, electrical, and wiring conditions.
• Interface directly with clients to understand requirements, develop solutions, maintain strong relationships, and lead project execution, schedule management, and budget performance.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior and mid‑level engineers.
• Prepare engineering reports, specifications, design criteria, and procurement packages.
• Support equipment specification, material procurement, vendor coordination, and construction/commissioning activities.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Approximately 10–15 years of relevant power systems engineering experience.
• Experience leading engineering projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with utility, industrial, or large commercial power systems.
• Experience performing field investigations, condition assessments, and commissioning support.
• Familiarity with IEEE, NFPA, ANSI, NESC, and NEC requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) License

Work Environment & Preferences

• Work Model: Hybrid
• Preferred Schedule: Full‑time
• Travel Requirements: Approximately 5–10%
• Physical Requirements: Ability to conduct field investigations and site visits as needed.

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 wellness benefits, fringe benefits, and paid time available to employees on their first day of employment.
• Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.