Senior Substation Engineer – HV Systems & EPC Lead

Black & Veatch; Burlington (MA); Hybrid; USD 162,000 - 271,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & Veatch is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for substation projects across multiple sites, including Burlington, MA. The role emphasizes HV substation design, project leadership, and coordination with clients, vendors, and internal teams.

Ideal candidates bring 11+ years in engineering, a PE license, and strong experience with protection, controls, and EPC environments. Travel to project sites and client offices may be required under a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering
• Minimum 11 years related work experience
• Ability to complete pre-employment checks and comply with regulations

Responsibilities

• Provide project coordination, guidance and expertise on assigned substation projects.
• Develop protection and control design deliverables including relays and diagrams.
• Prepare electrical equipment specifications and Bills of Materials (BOM).
• Coordinate design activities with other disciplines and stakeholders.
• Mentor less experienced team members and present project updates.
• Support business development or pursuit activities.

Skills

High voltage substation design

Project lead experience

Quality Assurance/Quality Checks

Client coordination

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Bluebeam Revu

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Bluebeam Revu

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Black & Veatch is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for substation projects across multiple sites, including Burlington, MA. The role emphasizes HV substation design, project leadership, and coordination with clients, vendors, and internal teams.

Ideal candidates bring 11+ years in engineering, a PE license, and strong experience with protection, controls, and EPC environments. Travel to project sites and client offices may be required under a hybrid work model.