Substation Engineer

Global Talent Resources, Inc; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Talent Resources, Inc. is seeking a Substation Engineer 2 in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. The role focuses on developing standard substation design packages and providing construction and commissioning support for electric utility projects.

Responsibilities include engineering calculations, coordination with Civil/Structural and Protection & Control teams, equipment specifications, and field support. ABET degree and EIT certification required; 2+ years in substation engineering, with 4

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering from ABET-accredited university.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in substation engineering, design, or operations within the electric utility industry.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Produce standard substation design packages, including one-line and three-line diagrams, layouts, grounding, raceway/cable designs, and equipment specifications.
• Perform engineering calculations, including equipment ratings, thermal and clearance calculations, grounding grid sizing, and short-circuit inputs, with peer review.
• Coordinate with Civil/Structural and Protection & Control teams to integrate designs and eliminate clashes.
• Prepare and review equipment specifications and support bid evaluations and submittal reviews.
• Provide construction support by responding to RFIs, addressing field changes, reviewing redlines, and updating as-built documentation.
• Support commissioning readiness through punch lists, pre-energization checks, and turnover documentation.
• Maintain design records to support compliance evidence and future maintenance needs.
• Identify design improvements and recommend updates to standards and templates.
• Mentor Engineer 1 staff on drafting standards and calculation fundamentals.
• Contribute to long-lead material lists and equipment forecasts.
• Participate in lessons-learned activities and incorporate improvements into future designs.
• Support IT/OT integration efforts for substation systems.

Skills

Substation design

Electrical calculations

Regulatory knowledge

Field support

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

Experience prerequisite: 2+ years in substation engineering (required)

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP

ASPEN

Microsoft 365

Job description

Location(s)

• Dallas / Fort Worth, Texas

Compensation

• $90,000–$125,000 annually

Position Summary

The Substation Engineer 2 develops standard electrical substation design packages and provides construction and commissioning support for electric utility projects. The role performs engineering calculations, coordinates with civil/structural and protection and control teams, supports equipment specification and field activities, and maintains accurate design documentation while helping ensure projects align with applicable industry and regulatory standards.

Job Function

• Produce standard substation design packages, including one-line and three-line diagrams, layouts, grounding, raceway/cable designs, and equipment specifications.
• Perform engineering calculations, including equipment ratings, thermal and clearance calculations, grounding grid sizing, and short-circuit inputs, with peer review.
• Coordinate with Civil/Structural and Protection & Control teams to integrate designs and eliminate clashes.
• Prepare and review equipment specifications and support bid evaluations and submittal reviews.
• Provide construction support by responding to RFIs, addressing field changes, reviewing redlines, and updating as-built documentation.
• Support commissioning readiness through punch lists, pre-energization checks, and turnover documentation.
• Maintain design records to support compliance evidence and future maintenance needs.
• Identify design improvements and recommend updates to standards and templates.
• Mentor Engineer 1 staff on drafting standards and calculation fundamentals.
• Contribute to long-lead material lists and equipment forecasts.
• Participate in lessons-learned activities and incorporate improvements into future designs.
• Support IT/OT integration efforts for substation systems.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science degree from an ABET-accredited university in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in substation engineering, design, or operations within the electric utility industry.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required.
• Four years of experience in substation engineering, design, or operations within the electric utility industry preferred.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of substation equipment and layouts, including grounding and clearance fundamentals.
• Familiarity with the regulatory environment, including PUCT, ERCOT, and NERC requirements and expectations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and the ability to use CAD and basic engineering analysis tools.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Experience with AutoCAD and analysis tools such as ETAP or ASPEN preferred.
• Exposure to construction methods and commissioning workflows preferred.
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds and sit for extended periods.
• Ability to drive a company vehicle as needed and operate standard office equipment.
• Ability to work safely in outdoor and high-voltage environments and in areas where pets, wildlife, poison oak, poison ivy, or insect stings may be present.
• Ability to travel occasionally and work extended hours during project commissioning and outage support.
• Must have and maintain a valid Texas driver's license.

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