Senior Substation Electrical Engineer - Remote/Hybrid

Brightpath Associates LLC; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Brightpath Associates LLC is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Substation Engineer to lead design, analysis, and commissioning of high- and medium-voltage substations. You will model power systems, perform feasibility assessments, and coordinate with clients, contractors, and internal teams to deliver high-quality projects.

Ideal candidates bring seven-plus years of substation experience, proficiency in AutoCAD and ETAP/PSCAD, and a strong understanding of AIS/GIS equipment, protection,

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited electrical engineering degree.
• 7+ years' experience in substation engineering.
• Strong knowledge of AIS, GIS, transformers, switchgear, and protection systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical substation drawings, specifications, and technical documentation using AutoCAD and other engineering tools.
• Perform power system modeling, engineering calculations, load-flow, short-circuit, and stability studies using ETAP, PSCAD, or equivalent software.
• Support project planning, scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, progress tracking, and client communication.
• Conduct design reviews, equipment inspections, commissioning, factory acceptance testing (FAT), and site acceptance testing (SAT).
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry codes, safety regulations, and standards, including IEEE, IEC, ANSI, and other relevant standards.
• Coordinate with internal engineering teams, contractors, vendors, clients, and regulatory stakeholders.
• Contribute to technical proposals, business development, project feasibility assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain project records, support audits and regulatory inspections, investigate equipment failures, and recommend corrective and preventive measures.
• Support junior engineers through mentoring, training, and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Power Systems

AutoCAD

ETAP

PSCAD

SCADA

Project Coordination

Mentoring

Documentation

Education

ABET Electrical Engineering Degree

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP

PSCAD

SCADA

Job description

Brightpath Associates LLC is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Substation Engineer to lead design, analysis, and commissioning of high- and medium-voltage substations. You will model power systems, perform feasibility assessments, and coordinate with clients, contractors, and internal teams to deliver high-quality projects.

Ideal candidates bring seven-plus years of substation experience, proficiency in AutoCAD and ETAP/PSCAD, and a strong understanding of AIS/GIS equipment, protection,