Senior Substation Design Engineer — Physical Electrical Lead

Dewberry; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Dewberry in Orlando, FL is seeking a Senior Physical Electrical Engineer to lead the growth of our medium- and high-voltage substation design practice and mentor a high-performing team on impactful utility projects.

You will provide technical leadership across equipment layouts, grounding, cabling, protection systems, and construction drawings, ensuring safety, compliance, and constructability while advancing standards and talent development.

Qualifications

• BS in electrical engineering.
• 20+ years of experience in medium/high voltage substation design.
• PE license is required.
• Experience designing medium/high voltage substations and delivering design deliverables.
• Proven leadership delegating to engineering and design staff.
• Self-starter with initiative, drive and determination.
• Experience with regulated utility substation design standards (Exelon, National Grid, PSE&G, ConEd, etc.).
• Good knowledge of NEC, NFPA Life Safety Codes, and related codes.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills for coordination and client interface.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to develop and capture new business.
• Coordinate with Energy PMO leadership and energy client managers.
• Develop responses to RFPs and qualifications, including cost proposals.
• Serve as Project Manager for complex and volume-based projects.
• Collaborate with and manage multi-discipline teams.
• Manage project financials and cash flow.
• Assist with training and mentoring staff.
• Engage with project deliverables including quality control reviews and QMS adherence.
• Serve as subject matter expert for internal team members.
• Technical and quality oversight of all project work.
• Establishing/improving design standards.
• Adherence to project design schedules and budgets.
• Monitor staffing and advise on current and future needs.
• Work with operations and HR to recruit, develop, and retain top energy talent.
• Promote Dewberry’s culture, values, and long-term client/employee success.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client coordination

Communication skills

Self-starter

Mentoring staff

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Dewberry in Orlando, FL is seeking a Senior Physical Electrical Engineer to lead the growth of our medium- and high-voltage substation design practice and mentor a high-performing team on impactful utility projects.

You will provide technical leadership across equipment layouts, grounding, cabling, protection systems, and construction drawings, ensuring safety, compliance, and constructability while advancing standards and talent development.