Senior Substation Design Engineer (69kV-500kV)

Hanson Professional Services, Inc.

Raleigh (NC)

On-site

USD 147,000 - 175,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation
Performance bonuses
401(k) with matching contribution
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Health & well-being plans

Job summary

Hanson Professional Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer specializing in Substation Design to support power delivery projects for utility, municipal, and industrial clients.

This senior-level role requires a PE and 8+ years in substations, with expertise in layout, protection coordination, and interdisciplinary design integration. The role involves leading substation projects, coordinating with protection/SCADA teams, mentoring juniors, and ensuring compliance with IEEE,

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required at hire.
  • Minimum 8 years in substation or power delivery engineering.
  • Experience with electric utilities, T&D companies, or power clients.
  • Strong understanding of substation equipment and utility standards.

Responsibilities

  • Lead design of substations from 69kV through 500kV.
  • Develop layouts, bus configurations, grounding, and raceways.
  • Perform short‑circuit, ground grid, and relay coordination analysis.
  • Prepare drawings, specs, reports, and material lists.
  • Coordinate with protection, SCADA, and field teams.

Skills

Substation design
Power systems
Leadership
Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD or MicroStation
SKM
ETAP or EasyPower
Ground grid analysis tools

Job description

Hanson Professional Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer specializing in Substation Design to support power delivery projects for utility, municipal, and industrial clients.

This senior-level role requires a PE and 8+ years in substations, with expertise in layout, protection coordination, and interdisciplinary design integration. The role involves leading substation projects, coordinating with protection/SCADA teams, mentoring juniors, and ensuring compliance with IEEE,

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