Senior Substation Engineer — Lead HV Design & Delivery

Burns & McDonnell; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Senior Substation Engineer to lead design deliverables for high-voltage substations from 13kV to 765kV, coordinating with project teams through design and construction phases. The role requires strong leadership, communication, and detailed knowledge of substation engineering standards and practices.

You will develop design packages, perform advanced calculations, and ensure deliverables meet budget and QA/QC guidelines while engaging with clients and stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program with 7 years of substation project or related experience; consulting experience preferred.
• FE exam completed with 7 years of substation experience; PE license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead substation projects from conceptual phase through completion.
• Develop substation design packages including layout, protection, electrical studies, and lighting and security.
• Lead development of substation calculations (insulation, station service, DC systems, battery sizing, voltage drop, cable sizing).
• Prepare design sketches, cost estimates, BOM, and other deliverables.
• Guide adherence to IEEE, NESC, and other standards; perform field inspections.
• Manage project schedule and budget; ensure client satisfaction and QA/QC.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Education

ABET-accredited degree (Electrical or Mechanical)

FE exam completed

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Senior Substation Engineer to lead design deliverables for high-voltage substations from 13kV to 765kV, coordinating with project teams through design and construction phases. The role requires strong leadership, communication, and detailed knowledge of substation engineering standards and practices.

You will develop design packages, perform advanced calculations, and ensure deliverables meet budget and QA/QC guidelines while engaging with clients and stakeholders