Senior Project Engineer - High Voltage Substations

Quanta-Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Health and retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Quanta Services in Houston, TX, seeks a Senior Project Engineer to oversee the design of high‑voltage infrastructure projects. You will guide the design team and support EPC proposals, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule and safety standards.

Requirements include 8+ years in the electric utility industry, a BS in Engineering from an ABET‑accredited university, and a PE license. Strong leadership, communication, and coordination with clients, regulators and internal teams are essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in the electric utility industry focusing on high voltage substations or transmission lines.
• BS in Engineering from ABET-accredited university; MS preferred.
• P.E. license is required.
• Strong technical expertise across structural, civil, electrical, or mechanical engineering.
• Knowledge of industry codes and standards (ANSI, IEEE, NEC, NESC).

Responsibilities

• Oversee design and engineering of high voltage infrastructure projects from inception to completion.
• Provide oversight for design teams and support EPC proposals.
• Ensure projects meet budget and schedule with cost-effective solutions.
• Coordinate with government agencies, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Prepare engineering documentation and project status reports.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Engineering design oversight

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Engineering

PE license

Job description

Quanta Services in Houston, TX, seeks a Senior Project Engineer to oversee the design of high‑voltage infrastructure projects. You will guide the design team and support EPC proposals, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule and safety standards.

Requirements include 8+ years in the electric utility industry, a BS in Engineering from an ABET‑accredited university, and a PE license. Strong leadership, communication, and coordination with clients, regulators and internal teams are essential.