Senior Substation Engineer

Verdantas LLC; 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 Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off + Holidays

Job summary

Verdantas LLC in Grand Rapids seeks an experienced Senior Substation Engineer to design new power substations and upgrade facilities from 12kV to 500kV. You will oversee on-site teams, ensure safety & quality, and report to the Grand Rapids office.

The role requires a PE license (MI) or eligibility within 3 months, 8+ years of substation experience, and proficiency in MicroStation, AutoCAD, and SCADA-related tools. A strong leadership mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• 8+ years of direct substation electrical engineering experience.
• MI Professional Engineering license or ability to obtain within 3 months.
• Proficiency with design software MicroStation and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Develop project plans and WBS for complex substation projects.
• Manage project execution including scope, schedule, budget, and resources.
• Lead QA/QC adherence and ensure quality standards.
• Mentor and grow a team of engineers and designers.
• Prepare proposals and budget estimates; review preliminary designs.
• Collaborate with clients and attend meetings to maintain positive relations.

Skills

Substation engineering

Project leadership

Team mentorship

Analytical skills

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer license (MI)

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Milsoft

ETAP

SKM

SCADA

DFR

RTU

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? We are seeking a Senior Substation Engineer to design new power substations and upgrade existing facilities from 12kV to 500kV. You will be responsible for utilizing accepted practices and standards to ensure that all designs meet the highest level of quality and safety. This is an on-site supervisory role with direct reports, including engineers and designers. You will be reporting to our Grand Rapids, MI office.

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 background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce. Verdantas is an EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet

Ready for what’s next? Your future starts here. Explore our open opportunities and find a role that not only matches your skills—but fuels your ambition. From innovative projects to collaborative teams, we offer careers where you can grow, make an impact, and do your best work. Take the next step, discover where you belong, and build something meaningful with us. Your next opportunity is waiting go find it and come grow with us!