Senior Substation Project Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Company; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 75,768 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and income protection benefits

401(k) savings plan

Paid vacations for qualifying positions

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking a Sr. Substation Project Engineer for a 1-year contract in Massachusetts. This role involves managing renewable generation substation projects from conception through construction. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil/Structural), along with 6+ years of relevant experience and certifications such as PE and Six Sigma. The position offers competitive health benefits and a salary range of $55.00/hr to $60.00/hr depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ experience in substation design and engineering.
• PMP or P.E. in a related discipline is helpful.
• Some travel required within North America.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports.
• Conduct project meetings and perform project tracking and analysis.
• Provide information to internal and external clients on moderate to complex issues.

Skills

Certified Professional Engineer (PE)

Six Sigma Black Belt Certified

Six Sigma Green Belt Certified

Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certified

High-voltage substation projects experience

Project engineering or management experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil/Structural engineering

Job description

About The Role

We’re looking for a Sr. Substation Project Engineer for a 1‑year contract assignment (W‑2) on behalf of our client. The Engineering & Construction Team seeks an experienced engineer to manage renewable generation substation projects from conception through construction and commissioning.

The contractor will lead a team of engineers and technical specialists, provide project direction, and report to the onsite manager. Travel between worksites and other locations is essential, and a valid driver’s license is required. The position is remote with some travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports.
• Secure required resources and use formal processes and tools to manage resources, budgets, risks, and changes.
• Conduct project meetings and perform project tracking and analysis.
• Identify challenges, develop measures, validate results, and implement solutions.
• Provide information to internal and external clients on moderate to complex issues.
• Competitively source, select, and contract geotechnical, survey, engineering, and construction services; support the E&C Cost Estimating Team with scope assumptions.

Qualifications

• Certified Professional Engineer (PE)
• Six Sigma Black Belt Certified
• Six Sigma Green Belt Certified
• Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certified
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil/Structural engineering
• 6+ years’ experience in substation design and engineering of high‑voltage substation projects
• Project engineering or project management experience
• PMP or P.E. in a related discipline is helpful
• Some travel required within North America

Safety Pledge

We are committed to the safety of our people. This position is for candidates dedicated to both their success and the safety of those around them.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and income protection benefits
• 401(k) savings plan
• Paid vacations for qualifying positions

The base salary range for this position, dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $55.00/hr to $60.00/hr.