Senior Substation Electrical Engineer

Dewberry Engineers Incorporated; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Dewberry Engineers Incorporated is expanding its Energy Market Sector and seeking a Senior Physical Electrical Engineer to lead the growth of the medium and high voltage substation design practice in the United States. The role involves mentoring a high-performing team, managing complex projects, and delivering reliable electrical solutions for utilities and institutions.

The candidate will oversee design packages, ensure safety and constructability, and drive standards and innovation across

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to develop and capture new business.
• Coordinate with Energy PMO leadership and client managers.
• Develop responses to requests for proposals and qualifications, including cost proposals.
• Serve as Project Manager for complex and volume-based projects.
• Collaborate proactively and productively with other groups and company offices.
• Manage project financials and cash flow.
• Collaborate with and manage multi-discipline teams.
• Assist with training and mentoring staff.
• Engage with project deliverables including quality control reviews and quality management system adherence.
• Serve as subject matter expert for internal team members.
• Technical and quality oversight of all project work.
• Establishing/improving standards.
• Adherence to project design schedule and project budgets.
• Monitor staffing and advise on current and future needs.
• Work with operations and HR to recruit, develop, and retain top energy talent.

Skills

Leadership

PE license

Substation design

Client coordination

Project management

Codes knowledge

Education

BS in electrical engineering

Job description

Dewberry Engineers Incorporated is expanding its Energy Market Sector and seeking a Senior Physical Electrical Engineer to lead the growth of the medium and high voltage substation design practice in the United States. The role involves mentoring a high-performing team, managing complex projects, and delivering reliable electrical solutions for utilities and institutions.

The candidate will oversee design packages, ensure safety and constructability, and drive standards and innovation across