Senior Substation Electrical Engineer

Arcadis; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 97,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable design and engineering solutions seeks a Senior Substation Electrical Engineer for its Power Delivery team. The role involves project management, engineering, and collaboration on renewable energy projects, with a focus on delivering high-quality substation designs. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, extensive experience in substation projects, and proficiency in relevant engineering software.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401K

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in substation projects (4kV to 500kV).
• Proficiency in engineering software like AutoCAD and SKM/ETAP.
• Knowledge of NEC, IEEE standards, and local codes.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver substation projects ensuring quality and safety.
• Support project estimates, proposals, and client engagement.
• Act as Project Manager and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Project Management

Electrical Engineering

Design

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SKM/ETAP

CDEGS/WinIGS

Job description

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Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

Arcadis is seeking a highly motivated Senior Substation Electrical Engineer to join the Power Delivery team. This role involves direct client interface, project management, engineering, proposal development, and business growth activities. The engineer will ensure project execution in accordance with all applicable codes and standards, working closely with various departments and teams within Arcadis.

The position includes coordinating with the renewable energy team, performing hands-on electrical engineering, detail design, and studies for utility and developer clients across North America. Collaboration with other renewable energy sectors is also expected.

Role accountabilities:

• Design and deliver substation projects at voltages from 4kV to 500kV, ensuring quality, safety, and schedule adherence.
• Perform engineering, design drawings, studies, bid documents, procurement, and construction documentation.
• Support project estimates, proposals, client engagement, and business development.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, high-voltage protection & control, telecommunications, geotechnical engineers to develop complete design packages.
• Act as Project Manager, Proposal Manager, and Technical Lead to support regional business growth.
• Mentor junior team members and ensure quality assurance/quality control.

The role may involve up to 25% travel within North America and internationally.

Qualifications & Experience:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering; Master’s preferred.
• At least 8 years of relevant experience in substation projects (4kV to 500kV).
• Experience with physical layouts, bus configurations, grounding, control buildings, and HV/EHV design and studies.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SKM/ETAP, CDEGS/WinIGS, and other engineering software.
• Knowledge of NEC, IEEE standards, and local codes.

Preferred:

• PE license.

Why Arcadis?

We promote a skills-based approach, empowering our employees to build their careers while contributing to sustainable solutions for a better planet. We value diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, encouraging applications from women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401K, paid parental leave, recognition programs, wellbeing benefits, tuition reimbursement, and more. The salary range is $97,600 - $168,360, based on experience and location.