Substation Electromechanical Engineer

K&A Power; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Paid Holidays

PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Parking & Transit

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

K&A Power Group in Rochester, New York, seeks a Substation Electromechanical Engineer to advance power system projects for utility and industrial clients. You will develop one-line diagrams, general arrangement layouts, equipment specs, and supporting estimates as part of a collaborative team.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, 6+ years of power system experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required or equivalent.
• 6+ years of power system engineering experience expected.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Create one-line diagrams aligned with study requirements.
• Develop general arrangement and layout drawings.
• Prepare substation equipment bid specifications and cost estimates.
• Perform structure calculations and grounding studies.
• Support switchgear, transformers, and motor-operated disconnects with mechanical/electrical interfaces.

Skills

Power system engineering

Distribution design

Communication skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

K&A Power Group– is a privately held company, providing comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program/project management, construction management, and support services to power utility and industrial clients. Specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, distributed energy resources, and EPC services, we excel in solving complex challenges with precision-driven solutions. We pride ourselves on employing top talent, fostering a culture of excellence, and building meaningful relationships with clients and employees.

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Start Your K&A Career

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Substation Electromechanical Engineer to join our team at K&A Engineering in Rochester, New York. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. You’ll be part of a dynamic, people-focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated.

Role Expectations

• One-line diagrams aligned with system study requirements
• General arrangement and layout drawings
• Substation civil engineering knowledge
• Major equipment bid specifications
• Detailed estimate and probability modeling
• Structure calculations
• Insulation, A/C interference, static wire, grounding studies
• Work with switchgear, breakers, transformers, and motor-operated disconnects
• Understand how mechanical linkages, springs, motors, and actuators interact with electrical controls
• Support breaker maintenance, mechanism troubleshooting, and equipment upgrades
• Assist with specifying electromechanical relays (older tech) or understanding how modern digital relays interface with mechanical equipment

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Six (6) years or more of Power System Engineering Experience Required
• Knowledge of distribution design required
• Completion of Engineer-in-Training (EIT) is preferred
• Professional Engineer license is preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong communication and data processing skills
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and detail-oriented
• Must be able to report to the office (Tuesday-Thursday)

Pay Range $90,000- $100,000/annually

Why Join K&A?

People-First Culture: We put our people at the center of everything we do, creating an environment where your professional and personal growth is a top priority.

Innovation & Learning: We encourage continuous learning and invest in your development through training, mentorship, and hands-on experience.

Collaborative Team Environment: We believe in the power of collaboration and working together to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and employees.

Recognition & Growth: We’ve earned our reputation through uncompromising precision and a commitment to excellence. As an agile and fast-growing company, we offer plenty of opportunities for your career advancement and growth.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account
• 401K (Traditional and Roth with Company Match)
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement, Parking and Transit Reimbursement, and Pet Insurance
• Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

The salary range for this role considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to technical ability, experience and training, licenses and certifications, and other related skillsets. The disclosed range is an estimate and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.