Senior Substation Engineering Project Leader

Ardurra Group, Inc. in; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardurra Group, Inc. seeks a Senior Project Manager – Substation Engineering to lead complex electrical substation projects for utility and industrial clients.

The role blends technical leadership, project execution, and customer success to deliver on-time and on-budget outcomes. Ideal candidate has deep substation design knowledge, strong cross-functional leadership, and a customer-first mindset, with 10+ years in substation design and 10+ years of project management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or related field.
• Extensive experience in high-voltage substation design and project management.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) and willingness to obtain additional licenses in other states.
• Strong knowledge of NEC and NESC code requirements.
• Experience in utility industry and managing budgets, schedules, and risk.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and supervise the work of engineering professionals and technicians.
• Lead detailed design of high-voltage substations, including general arrangement, layouts, wiring diagrams, and protective relays.
• Perform substation studies (arc flash, grounding, capacitor studies) and interface with SCADA and security systems.
• Prepare and review project specifications for materials, equipment, and construction requirements.
• Manage project scope, cost, schedule, and risk to deliver on-time and on-budget.

Education

Electrical Engineering (BSEE)

Mechanical Engineering (BSME)

Job description

Ardurra Group, Inc. seeks a Senior Project Manager – Substation Engineering to lead complex electrical substation projects for utility and industrial clients.

The role blends technical leadership, project execution, and customer success to deliver on-time and on-budget outcomes. Ideal candidate has deep substation design knowledge, strong cross-functional leadership, and a customer-first mindset, with 10+ years in substation design and 10+ years of project management.