Senior Substation Engineer

verdantas; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Environment

Paid Parental Leave

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off + Holidays

Job summary

Verdantas in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking an experienced Substation Electrical Engineer to lead multi‑discipline design and project execution. You will manage scope, schedule, budget, and resources, mentor a team of engineers and drafters, and deliver plans, specs, studies, and material lists for substations and EPC projects.

You bring a PE in MI, 8+ years of substation experience, and proficiency with MicroStation, AutoCAD, Milsoft, ETAP, and SKM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• 8+ years of substation physical and electrical engineering experience.
• MI PE license or ability to obtain within 3 months.
• Solid ability to use MicroStation and AutoCAD.
• Understands relay settings and SCADA, DFR, RTU architecture for substation upgrades.
• Proficient with Windows software (Word, Excel) used for project deliverables.
• Strong communication skills and technical knowledge of risks and concerns.
• Ability to learn Milsoft, ETAP, SKM and other design software.

Responsibilities

• Develop project plans including scope of work and WBS for multi-discipline substation/EPC projects.
• Manage substation project execution: scope, schedule, budget, resources including vendors/contractors.
• Track and stabilize projects, resolve obstacles, ensure client goals are met.
• Lead communication and systems studies engineering focus.
• Attend client meetings and manage changes to maintain a positive relationship.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Team leadership/mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Milsoft

ETAP

SKM

Job description

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!

At Verdantas, we're redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting‑edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high‑growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.

Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people‑focused culture, prioritizing the well‑being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data‑driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.

Join a people‑first culture that values your well‑being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.

Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?

What You’ll Do:

• Develop project plans, including project scope of work and WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) for complex multi‑discipline substation Engineering projects and EPC projects
• Manage Substation project execution, including project scope, schedule, budget, and project resources, including external vendors, consultants, and contractors
• Effectively track and stabilize projects, implement solutions to obstacles, and ensure client goals are achieved
• Communication and Systems Studies Engineer focus
• Attend client meetings and communicate concerns and changes with the client to ensure a positive relationship and growth opportunities
• Prepare and review preliminary designs
• Prepare proposals, including budgetary estimates
• Lead the development of plans, specifications, studies, estimates, material lists, and other deliverables
• Ensure team adherence to QA/QC program

Develop new or modify existing:

• Electrical layout/plan of substation equipment and structures
• Substation foundation layout/plan drawings
• Section/elevation views from layout/plan drawings
• Conduit layout/plan drawings
• Substation grounding layout/plan drawings
• Control building layout/plan and section/elevation drawings

Lead, mentor, and help grow a team of engineers and designers:

• Manage day‑to‑day activities for your team
• Set goals and expectations for each team member
• Assist in annual performance reviews
• Assist in recruiting efforts - posting job requisitions and participating in interviews

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
• 8+ years of direct substation physical and electrical engineering experience
• Professional Engineering license in MI or the ability to obtain licensure within 3 months
• Solid understanding and ability to use design software such as MicroStation and AutoCAD
• Understands relay settings and SCADA, DFR, RTU architecture and is able to lead substation upgrade projects with staff
• Proficient with Windows‑based software such as Word and Excel, which are frequently used to develop project deliverables
• Strong communication skills with customer presentations and technical knowledge of risks and concerns
• Ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software programs including Milsoft, ETAP, and SKM
• Ability to work in a team environment with others including, but not limited to, Project Managers, Engineers, Designers, and drafters in multi‑discipline groups
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and work product quality

Salary Range:

At Verdantas, we offer comprehensive benefits packages for our employees. Actual salary is based on the circumstances of each position and candidate, such as geographic location, skills, and certifications. We recognize and reward exceptional performance and strive to ensure fair compensation across all roles and departments within the company. The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $180,000 (negotiable based on the criteria presented above).

Benefits:

• Flexible Work Environment
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off + Holidays

Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance - regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational back