Senior Substation Project Engineer: Lead Grid Projects

ENTRUST Solutions Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

401(k) with company match

Career development programs

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedule

Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

Possible discretionary bonus

Job summary

ENTRUST Solutions Group is seeking a Senior Substation Engineer to lead complex substation projects near Fort Wayne, Indiana. You will guide projects from estimating and proposals through design, procurement, and commissioning, while mentoring junior engineers.

The role requires a ABET-accredited engineering degree with PE licensure and 6–10 years of substation experience, with travel up to 15% within the continental U.S. Fort Wayne area preferred.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree or equivalent.
• Professional Engineer licensure required.
• 6–10 years of substation engineering experience, preferably in consulting.
• Willingness to travel up to 15% within the continental U.S.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex substation projects from estimation through commissioning.
• Review and produce physical design drawings (GA, elevations, grounding, conduit, control building, foundations).
• Perform grounding, lightning, battery sizing, conduit fill and substation sizing calculations; AC/DC studies.
• Proficient with substation protection and control design and industry standards.
• Review design drawings (one-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, control panel elevations).
• Conduct site visits, scoping meetings, and collaborate with internal teams.
• Forecast project revenue with PMs; ensure budget and schedule adherence.
• Mentor less-experienced staff and support BUL in business development.

Skills

Substation engineering

Project leadership

Engineering calculations

Cross-disciplinary teamwork

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Professional Engineer licensure

Tools

none

Job description

ENTRUST Solutions Group is seeking a Senior Substation Engineer to lead complex substation projects near Fort Wayne, Indiana. You will guide projects from estimating and proposals through design, procurement, and commissioning, while mentoring junior engineers.

The role requires a ABET-accredited engineering degree with PE licensure and 6–10 years of substation experience, with travel up to 15% within the continental U.S. Fort Wayne area preferred.