Senior Substation Engineer

Electric Power Engineers, LLC; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and wellness (med

PTO and paid holidays

MyShare Employee Ownership Program

Work with industry leaders

401K with match

Job summary

Electric Power Engineers (EPE) is shaping the grid of the future and seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer for detailed substation design across utility-scale and renewable projects. You will work with a project team to design, review, and optimize electrical systems for solar, wind, BESS, and related infrastructure.

Based in the US, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high‑quality designs, adhere to standards, and support delivery from concept through construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering with 6+ years in utilities/energy sectors.
• Strong knowledge of power systems, grid operations, and renewable energy integration.
• Experience developing, designing, and checking HV substation drawings and documents.
• PE license in the US is required.
• Familiarity with industry-standard analytical tools/software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review detailed electrical designs for HV substations and related facilities.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, transmission, and system studies.
• Prepare equipment specifications and BOMs; support EPC procurement.
• Ensure project delivery on time with quality and budget adherence.

Skills

Power systems knowledge

Substation design

Detail design documentation

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Project time/budget management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license (US)

Tools

Power system analysis software

Job description

Overview

We are designing the grid of the future!

We are looking to hire an Electrical Engineer for our Engineering line of business, working on detailed substation design projects. EPE is seeking an experienced Engineer for detailed design engineering on utility-scale and distributed energy projects across our growing portfolio, including solar PV, BESS, wind, hybrid power, microgrids, and EV/data center infrastructure. This position offers the opportunity to work in a project team environment with other engineers and designers involved in the design, modification, and analysis of electrical systems

Responsibilities

Howyou can make an impact:

• Experience with different aspects of detailed electrical design related to generation, transmission, and distribution, including substations for solar, wind, and battery energy storage systems, their integration into the electrical grid, underground distribution systems, industrial electrical plant applications, and communications technologies.
• Experience with substation and collection system design reviews
• Experience with the EPC RFP process and equipment specifications
• Outlining the initial design concepts for substations and overseeing the review or creation of detailed designs, which cover layouts, elevations, single-line diagrams, ground grid design, lightning protection, both DC and AC control schematics, wiring connections, cable schedules, and the organization of raceways, such as cable trays, duct banks, and trenches, alongside a comprehensive bill of materials.
• Crafting technical specifications for key electrical components to meet customer needs and adhere to the most recent and relevant standards.
• Evaluating proposals, specifications, and drawings from vendors.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, structural, transmission and system studies; perform a range of design development, analysis, or review tasks independently
• Making sure to complete assigned projects on time while adhering to project quality and budget objectives.

Qualifications

Bring your passion, here's what’s needed:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline, with a minimum of six years of experience in electrical engineering within utilities, energy systems, or renewable energy sectors
• Strong knowledge of power systems, grid operations, and utility infrastructure; experience with renewable energy systems including solar PV, wind, and battery storage.
• Possess experience in developing, designing, and checking detailed design drawings and documents for high voltage substations.
• Based in the US with a Professional Engineering (PE) license
• Demonstrated expertise in a detailed understanding of the analytical tools/software used in the industry.
• Knowledgeable in industrial standards, codes, and construction practices
• Strong customer focus, both internal and external.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and be comfortable outside of one's comfort zone.
• Proactive in learning new technology and engineering knowledge.
• Experience leveraging AI and automation tools responsibly to improve quality, productivity and innovation

Lead the Change!

Be a part of an innovative team shaping the grid of the future through advanced energy intelligence. For more than half a century, Electric Power Engineers (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe, providing consulting expertise and energy intelligence software solutions for complex engineering and grid modeling challenges. As leaders in the renewables space, we are focused on building a modern, secure, and resilient grid. Join us in making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live. Together we can transform the future of energy.

How we support you:

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage foryou
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• MyShare Employee Ownership Program
• Work with industry leaders
• 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)

Location: This position will be remote US

Travel: Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less)

EPE is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster, and its supplement are available using the following links:EEOC is the Law Poster