Senior Substation Engineer – Mid-Atlantic HV Power Systems

Burns & McDonnell

Raleigh (NC)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 165,000

Full time

13 days ago
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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.

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