Sr Substation Engineer

Actalent; Cedar Park (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer/PE for contract-to-hire in Cedar Park, TX. Lead complex electrical design for data centers, industrial facilities, and mission-critical environments. You will mentor junior engineers, ensure NEC/NFPA/IEEE compliance, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver on time and within budget.

The role requires strong analytical skills, deep power distribution expertise, and proven ability to manage projects from concept through commissioning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in facilities power systems engineering and design.
• Experience with low-voltage power distribution equipment and systems.
• Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE Standards.
• Experience performing: Short-circuit studies, Coordination studies, Arc-flash studies, Motor starting studies, Power quality studies.
• Proficiency with power system analysis software such as SKM, ETAP; Similar modeling platforms.
• Experience using AutoCAD and industry-standard drafting practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for electrical engineering projects from concept through completion.
• Mentor and support the development of junior engineers and technical staff.
• Review engineering deliverables for technical accuracy, quality, and schedule adherence.
• Conduct field visits to gather project requirements, assess existing conditions, and resolve technical issues.
• Support project planning, estimating, proposal development, and client presentations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, civil, and structural engineers, architects, contractors, and owners.

Skills

Power Systems Design

Electrical Distribution Design

Professional Engineer (PE)

Substation Design

Low-Voltage Power Systems

Short-Circuit Studies

Arc-Flash Studies

Protective Device Coordination

Power System Modeling (SKM, ETAP)

Industrial Power Distribution

Data Center Infrastructure

Commissioning & Startup Support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SKM

ETAP

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer / Professional Engineer (PE)Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer or Professional Engineer (PE) with expertise in advanced technology, industrial, and mission-critical facility projects. This individual will lead complex electrical engineering efforts, mentor junior engineers, and provide technical leadership in the design, analysis, and optimization of power distribution systems.

This is an opportunity to work on technically challenging projects involving data centers, advanced manufacturing facilities, industrial plants, and other critical infrastructure environments.

Key ResponsibilitiesEngineering Leadership

• Provide technical leadership for electrical engineering projects from concept through completion.

• Mentor and support the development of junior engineers and technical staff.

• Ensure engineering analyses, studies, and designs comply with NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and applicable industry standards.

• Review engineering deliverables for technical accuracy, quality, and schedule adherence.

• Conduct field visits to gather project requirements, assess existing conditions, and resolve technical issues.

• Support project planning, estimating, proposal development, and client presentations.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, civil, and structural engineers, architects, contractors, and owners.

Electrical Engineering & Analysis

• Develop detailed design packages and construction documents for:

• Low-voltage and medium-voltage power distribution systems

• UPS systems

• Emergency generators

• Switchgear and switchboards

• Facility electrical infrastructure

• Create and maintain:

• One-line diagrams

• Three-line diagrams

• Control schematics

• Electrical layouts

• Prepare technical reports, project budgets, and executive-level presentations.

• Perform:

• Load calculations

• Capacity and demand studies

• Reliability and redundancy assessments

• Power quality evaluations

• Develop operating procedures and system documentation for critical electrical systems.

• Support commissioning planning, testing, startup, and closeout documentation.

• Perform electrical studies including:

• Short-circuit analysis

• Protective device coordination

• Arc-flash analysis

• Load flow studies

Electrical Distribution Design

• Design, modify, and upgrade electrical distribution systems, including:

• Switchgear

• MCCs

• Transformers

• Protective relays

• Circuit breakers

• Fuses

• Develop, review, and revise electrical drawings, specifications, and construction documents.

Project Management

• Lead engineering projects through planning, design, construction support, commissioning, and turnover.

• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and quality objectives.

• Coordinate activities with clients, contractors, vendors, and internal project teams.

• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

Troubleshooting & Technical Support

• Investigate electrical system failures and operational issues.

• Develop practical, cost-effective solutions to improve system performance and reliability.

• Support root-cause analyses and corrective action plans.

• Provide technical recommendations for system upgrades and improvements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in facilities power systems engineering and design.

• Experience with low-voltage power distribution equipment and systems.

• Working knowledge of:

• NEC

• NFPA 70E

• IEEE Standards

• Applicable local building and electrical codes

• Experience performing:

• Short-circuit studies

• Coordination studies

• Arc-flash studies

• Motor starting studies

• Power quality studies

• Proficiency with power system analysis software such as:

• SKM

• ETAP

• Similar modeling platforms

• Experience using AutoCAD and industry-standard drafting practices.

• Ability to interpret construction drawings, plans, and specifications.

• Strong technical writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and client-facing abilities.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred Experience

• Data centers and mission-critical facilities

• Advanced manufacturing environments

• Industrial power distribution systems

• Electrical system modeling and studies

• Commissioning and startup support

• Consulting engineering environments

• Facility modernization and sustaining capital projects

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

• Ability to travel domestically as needed to support projects and clients.

Top Skills

• Power Systems Design

• Electrical Distribution Design

• Professional Engineer (PE)

• Substation Design

• Low-Voltage Power Systems

• Short-Circuit & Arc-Flash Studies

• Protective Device Coordination

• Power System Modeling (SKM, ETAP)

• Industrial Power Distribution

• Data Center Infrastructure

• Commissioning & Startup Support

Experience Level: Senior / Expert-Level Engineer

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Park, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $49.04 - $79.33/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cedar Park,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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