Substation Design Engineer — Lead HV Projects

ITC Holdings Corp.; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ITC Holdings Corp. seeks a Substation Design Engineer (Intermediate/Senior) to lead high‑voltage substation design within the transmission system. You’ll prepare detailed design packages, perform analyses, and ensure compliance with IEEE/NESC/NEC and utility practices.

Senior level adds governance, budgeting, and mentorship responsibilities. You’ll collaborate across teams, guide junior engineers, and coordinate with stakeholders to deliver reliable grid solutions with a focus on safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical Engineering preferred) or equivalent.
• Intermediate: minimum of two (2) years of related engineering experience.
• Senior: minimum of six (6) years of related engineering experience.
• Power systems coursework preferred for electrical engineering majors.
• Utility and/or transmission/substation experience preferred.
• Sound analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to multi-task and work under minimal supervision in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Ability to learn and utilize job-specific engineering/design software.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. ITC does not sponsor employment visas.

Responsibilities

• Develops, reviews, and/or leads the development of physical and electrical substation design packages (e.g., layouts, one-line diagrams, grounding plans, equipment specifications).
• Performs and reviews engineering calculations (e.g., bus and cable sizing, fault current and grounding analysis, conduit/cable routing, lightning protection).
• Provides technical support to field personnel and contractors during installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and turnover activities; coordinates field visits as needed.
• Prepares and/or oversees cost estimates, material requisitions, and construction specifications for capital and maintenance projects.
• Coordinates protection and control interface elements (e.g., protection schemes, relay settings coordination, SCADA integration) with system protection and related engineering teams.
• Collaborates with internal departments and external stakeholders to manage schedules, resources, and deliverables; participates in design reviews and client/stakeholder meetings.
• Mentors and guides junior engineers and interns; provides technical oversight, quality assurance, and support for professional development.
• Applies applicable standards and requirements (e.g., IEEE, NESC, NEC) and utility practices to ensure designs meet regulatory, environmental, and safety expectations.

Skills

Electrical Design

Substation Engineering

Power Systems Analysis

Project Coordination

Mentoring

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Power systems coursework

Utility/substation experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Engineering/design software

Job description

ITC Holdings Corp. seeks a Substation Design Engineer (Intermediate/Senior) to lead high‑voltage substation design within the transmission system. You’ll prepare detailed design packages, perform analyses, and ensure compliance with IEEE/NESC/NEC and utility practices.

Senior level adds governance, budgeting, and mentorship responsibilities. You’ll collaborate across teams, guide junior engineers, and coordinate with stakeholders to deliver reliable grid solutions with a focus on safety and