Substation Electrical Project Engineer

MISSION BOX SOLUTIONS INC; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits coverage: medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Relocation assistance available

Job summary

MISSION BOX SOLUTIONS INC is seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer – Substation Design in Denver, CO. This full-time role demands expertise in high-voltage substation design, including leading projects and conducting QA/QC reviews. Ideal candidates possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, 5 years of relevant experience, and preferably a PE license. The position offers a competitive salary of $120,000 – $210,000 annually along with comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision insurance, and relocation assistance for ideal candidates.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in high-voltage substation design (69 kV and above)
• Project Lead or Technical Specialist experience is highly desirable
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and support substation projects from 69 kV to 765 kV
• Develop technical drawings and wiring diagrams
• Perform QA/QC reviews of design packages
• Mentor junior engineers and oversee technical deliverables
• Prepare engineering budgets and procurement documents

Skills

High-voltage substation design

QA/QC reviews

Client coordination

Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Bluebeam Revu

Microsoft Office

Job description

Electrical Engineer – Substation Design

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer – Substation Design to join a leading engineering team in the energy and utilities sector. This full‑time position offers the opportunity to lead and support substation projects up to 765 kV, encompassing both physical and protection & control (P&C) design elements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support substation projects (69 kV–765 kV), including layouts, schematics, and detailed design.
• Develop drawings, wiring diagrams, grounding systems, relay panel layouts, and auxiliary power systems.
• Perform QA/QC reviews of design packages, ensuring adherence to technical standards and project requirements.
• Mentor junior engineers and oversee technical deliverables.
• Coordinate with clients, internal teams, and vendors to ensure quality and timely delivery.
• Prepare engineering budgets, schedules, construction specifications, and procurement documents.
• Support business development, proposal preparation, and client presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (required).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in high‑voltage substation design (69 kV and above) for a U.S. power utility.
• Project Lead or Technical Specialist experience.
• Strong background in QA/QC and client coordination.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Office.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $120,000 – $210,000 per year (commensurate with experience and location)
• Full benefits coverage: medical, dental, vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Relocation assistance available for ideal candidates

Employment Details

• Locations: Tualatin, OR; Walnut Creek, CA; Denver, CO; Overland Park, KS
• Schedule: Full-time (on-site)
• Travel: None required
• Perks: Join a respected engineering leader known for technical excellence and complex utility projects.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have prior experience working for an established engineering consulting firm such as Burns & McDonnell, TRC, Ulteig, or HDR, with demonstrated expertise in high‑voltage substation design and project delivery.