Substation Design Engineer I

Socket.dev; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Job summary

Pike Engineering is seeking a Substation Engineer to support a transmission substation design team. You will provide technical guidance on complex engineering challenges for utility substations, BESS, and solar collector projects, ensuring safe, cost-effective design delivery.

Responsibilities include interpreting 500kV designs, coordinating across disciplines, and visiting sites to resolve construction issues. Yearly compensation reflects experience and location in Marietta, GA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an EAC/ABET accredited Engineering Program or equivalent evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret physical designs for substations up to 500kV, including layouts and plans.
• Understand installation requirements of high voltage transformers, switches, breakers, PTs, CCVTs and related equipment.
• Perform bus calculations, lightning protection and ground grid design calculations.
• Interpret engineering specifications and implement them on drawings.
• Collaborate across disciplines and liaise with clients and contractors.
• Visit sites to advise on engineering issues and modify designs during construction.
• Provide general project management to coordinate staff and deliver projects efficiently.

Skills

Self-Motivated

Work independently

Team-Oriented

Customer Oriented

Leadership

Research skills

Communication skills

Education

ABET-accredited program

NCEES credential evaluation

Master’s or Doctoral in Engineering

Job description

Pike Engineering is seeking a Substation Engineer to support a transmission substation design team. You will provide technical guidance on complex engineering challenges for utility substations, BESS, and solar collector projects, ensuring safe, cost-effective design delivery.

Responsibilities include interpreting 500kV designs, coordinating across disciplines, and visiting sites to resolve construction issues. Yearly compensation reflects experience and location in Marietta, GA.