Senior Substation Wiring Specialist

POWERX Edge; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Cert incentives

Referral bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Medical/dental/vision

401k with match

Wellness days & holidays

Job summary

POWERX Edge is seeking a Sr. Substation Wireman to install, wire, and troubleshoot electrical systems in substations with a high degree of independence. You will mentor junior crew members and develop leadership skills for crew supervision.

Read electrical drawings, manage materials, perform commissioning, and ensure safety and compliance on projects across the United States. HS diploma or GED required; electrical apprenticeship preferred; OSHA 30 certification desirable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; completion of a certified electrical apprenticeship is preferred.
• 2–4 years of progressive experience in substation construction, wiring, or maintenance.
• Ability to obtain an OSHA 30 certification.
• Strong working knowledge around substation equipment, control systems, and protection schemes.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and work independently from electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and blueprints.
• Manage material inventory, tools, and documentation required for substation wiring projects.
• Install and terminate control, power, and communication cables for substation equipment including transformers, circuit breakers, control panels, and relays.
• Participate in commissioning work for dedicated projects with electrical/mechanical crews.
• Mentor junior wiremen and apprentices to support skill development and safe work practices.
• Coordinate with crew leader, engineering, testing, and commissioning teams to support energization and upgrades.

Skills

Electrical wiring

Blueprints interpretation

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Mentorship

Communication

Safety compliance

Microsoft Office

Education

Electrical apprenticeship

OSHA 30 certification

Tools

SCADA

RTUs

Control panels

Wiring equipment

Job description

POWERX Edge is seeking a Sr. Substation Wireman to install, wire, and troubleshoot electrical systems in substations with a high degree of independence. You will mentor junior crew members and develop leadership skills for crew supervision.

Read electrical drawings, manage materials, perform commissioning, and ensure safety and compliance on projects across the United States. HS diploma or GED required; electrical apprenticeship preferred; OSHA 30 certification desirable.