Senior Substation Engineer – Mid-Atlantic HV Power Systems

Burns & McDonnell; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

You will prepare design packages, perform calculations, support field inspections, and ensure QA/QC compliance while advancing proposals and client communications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• 3 years electrical engineering experience; consulting preferred.
• FE/EIT/PE certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of AC/DC fundamentals and protective relaying concepts.
• Familiarity with NEC, NESC, IEEE, NEMA, ANSI standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop substation design packages from concept through construction.
• Prepare design sketches, BOMs, equipment specs, and cost estimates.
• Perform insulation, voltage drop, cable sizing calculations.
• Support field inspections and client presentations.
• Ensure QA/QC compliance and timely deliverables.

Skills

Excellent communication

Analytical thinking

Project collaboration

Problem solving

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Electrical Engineering

ABET-accredited BS in Electrical/Engineering Technology with FE exam

MS degree may substitute for 1 year experience

FE/EIT/PE preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

You will prepare design packages, perform calculations, support field inspections, and ensure QA/QC compliance while advancing proposals and client communications.