Senior Substation Design Lead HV/MV Expert

Dewberry Engineers Incorporated; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Dewberry is seeking a Substation Physical Engineer to lead the design of medium and high‑voltage substations in Nashville, guiding a growing team and delivering impactful projects for major utilities and government clients.

The role covers equipment layouts, bus configurations, grounding, conduit routing, lightning protection, and adherence to safety and constructability standards, with oversight of construction drawings and cross‑discipline coordination.

Qualifications

• BS in electrical engineering.
• 20+ years of experience in medium/high-voltage substation design.
• PE license is required.
• Experience with NEC/NFPA Life Safety Codes.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to demonstrate capabilities and scope.
• Coordinate with Energy PMO leadership and client managers.
• Develop technical approach, estimates, and organize the technical team.
• Collaborate with multiple groups and offices across the firm.
• Mentor staff and ensure quality control of deliverables.
• Lead design standards and project scheduling and budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Self-motivated

Communication skills

Education

BS in electrical engineering

Tools

NEC knowledge

NFPA codes

Substation design tools

Job description

Dewberry is seeking a Substation Physical Engineer to lead the design of medium and high‑voltage substations in Nashville, guiding a growing team and delivering impactful projects for major utilities and government clients.

The role covers equipment layouts, bus configurations, grounding, conduit routing, lightning protection, and adherence to safety and constructability standards, with oversight of construction drawings and cross‑discipline coordination.