Substation Designer

Actalent; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Substation Designer to support power delivery projects by designing electrical substations and associated systems. You will collaborate with experienced engineers to shape how electricity is generated and delivered, contributing to grid modernization while thriving in a supportive, employee-focused culture.

The role emphasizes hands-on substation layouts, safety, and reliability, with opportunities to work across Phoenix, Tucson, and Albuquerque in a hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with substation design, layouts, equipment, and electrical systems.
• Experience in substation engineering and power delivery projects.
• Background in electrical engineering or closely related discipline.
• Experience with Transmission and Distribution (T&D) projects.
• Ability to collaborate with engineers, designers, and staff in a team environment.
• Willingness to commute to Phoenix, Tucson, or Albuquerque 2–3 times per week.
• Strong attention to detail and high-quality design work.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical substation layouts, components, and systems that support safe, reliable, and efficient power delivery.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers and other technical professionals to support substation engineering and power delivery projects.
• Apply substation engineering principles to support generation, transmission, and delivery of electricity for various projects.
• Support the preparation and review of substation design documents, drawings, and related materials.
• Contribute to projects that enhance reliability, resilience, and sustainability of power systems.
• Work with industry-recognized engineers to implement innovative substation design solutions.
• Coordinate work with team members across multiple locations and participate in project meetings.
• Adhere to internal design standards, quality expectations, and project timelines.

Skills

Substation design

Electrical engineering

T&D experience

Team collaboration

Hybrid work readiness

Detail-oriented

Education

Electrical engineering degree

Job description

Job Description

This Substation Designer role focuses on supporting power delivery projects by designing and developing electrical substations that help ensure reliable, resilient, and sustainable power systems. You will collaborate closely with experienced engineers and scientists to shape how electricity is generated, transmitted, and delivered as global energy demands grow. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to grid modernization and infrastructure development while working in a supportive, inclusive, and employee-focused culture.

Job Title: Substation Designer

This Substation Designer role focuses on supporting power delivery projects by designing and developing electrical substations that help ensure reliable, resilient, and sustainable power systems. You will collaborate closely with experienced engineers and scientists to shape how electricity is generated, transmitted, and delivered as global energy demands grow. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to grid modernization and infrastructure development while working in a supportive, inclusive, and employee-focused culture.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical substation layouts, components, and systems that support safe, reliable, and efficient power delivery.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers and other technical professionals to support substation engineering and power delivery projects.
• Apply substation engineering principles to support the generation, transmission, and delivery of electricity for a variety of projects, including grid modernization and infrastructure expansion.
• Support the preparation and review of substation design documents, drawings, and related technical materials.
• Contribute to projects that enhance the reliability, resilience, and sustainability of power systems for communities and industries.
• Work side by side with industry-recognized engineers and scientists to implement innovative design solutions for substation and power delivery systems.
• Coordinate work with team members across multiple office locations and participate in project meetings as needed.
• Adhere to internal design standards, quality expectations, and project timelines while supporting multiple concurrent assignments.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with substation design, including layouts, equipment, and associated electrical systems.
• Practical experience in substation engineering and power delivery projects.
• Background in electrical engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Previous experience with Transmission and Distribution (T&D) or power projects, including substation-focused work.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, designers, and other technical staff in a team environment.
• Capability to commute and drive into an office in Phoenix, Tucson, or Albuquerque 2 to 3 times per week.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality design work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working on projects that involve modernizing transmission systems or other grid transformation initiatives.
• Familiarity with power sector practices related to the generation, transmission, and delivery of electricity.
• Interest in contributing to reliable, resilient, and sustainable power systems that support community and industrial growth.
• Ability to adapt to a hybrid work environment and collaborate effectively with distributed teams.
• Motivation to work in an inclusive, employee-focused culture that values authenticity, respect, and new ideas.

Work Environment

This role offers a hybrid work environment that combines in-office and remote work. You will work from an office located in Phoenix, Tucson, or Albuquerque, with the expectation to drive into the office 2 to 3 times per week and work remotely on the remaining days. The organization promotes a welcoming, inclusive culture where employee-owners are encouraged to bring their authentic selves and innovative ideas to work each day. You will collaborate closely with industry-recognized engineers and scientists in the power sector, contributing to projects that support grid transformation and infrastructure development. The work focuses on modern power systems, including transmission, distribution, and substation projects, in a professional office setting that supports both focused individual work and team-based collaboration.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/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 hybrid position in Phoenix,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 14, 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.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team.