Substation Engineer

Gilder Search Group; Independence Township (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking a Substation Engineer in the Cleveland, OH area for lead electrical design on utility and industrial substations from 12kV to 345kV. The role demands 5+ years in power systems, strong leadership, and effective client collaboration.

The position is full-time, in-person, offering a competitive salary with a bonus potential and clear career growth toward PE certification. You will mentor junior engineers and coordinate across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Hold a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET).
• Possess 5+ years of dedicated power systems engineering experience focused on 12kV to 345kV substation design.
• Demonstrate a proven track record leading multi-phase engineering deliverables from feasibility studies through construction documentation.
• Maintain advanced proficiency in drafting and calculation tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, ETAP, SKM, WinIGS, or EasyPower.
• Exhibit deep working knowledge of NESC, IEEE, and industry-standard codes governing medium- and high-voltage substation design.
• Feature strong project leadership capabilities with a focus on cross-discipline communication and team collaboration.
• Demonstrate experience mentoring junior engineering staff and assigning project deliverables.
• Hold an active Professional Engineer (PE) license or show active progress toward PE registration.
• Display strong problem-solving skills and technical adaptability across complex energy projects.]
• Substation Engineer Lead end-to-end physical and electrical design for utility and industrial substations ranging from 12kV to 345kV.
• Deliver complete single-line diagrams, three-line AC/DC elementaries, and station elevation layouts.
• Conduct power system calculations including ground grid analysis, short circuit studies, protective device coordination, load flow, and lightning protection plans.
• Direct multi-discipline engineering teams to produce complete drawing packages across Schematic Design, Design Development, and 30/60/90 IFC milestones.
• Provide technical oversight for protection and control (P&C) systems, structural steel layouts, civil foundation coordination, and high-voltage equipment selection.
• Collaborate directly with clients, executive leaders, and design-build subcontractors to resolve construction inquiries and evaluate field conditions.
• Assist with technical proposal development and project cost estimation.
• Mentor junior engineers and assign project tasks to build team capability while enforcing internal quality standards.
• Perform domestic site visits and field investigations to document existing conditions and support project commissioning efforts.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end physical and electrical design for utility and industrial substations ranging from 12kV to 345kV.
• Deliver complete single-line diagrams, three-line AC/DC elementaries, and station elevation layouts.
• Conduct power system calculations including ground grid analysis, short circuit studies, protective device coordination, load flow, and lightning protection plans.
• Direct multi-discipline engineering teams to produce complete drawing packages across Schematic Design, Design Development, and 30/60/90 IFC milestones.
• Provide technical oversight for protection and control (P&C) systems, structural steel layouts, civil foundation coordination, and high-voltage equipment selection.
• Collaborate directly with clients, executive leaders, and design-build subcontractors to resolve construction inquiries and evaluate field conditions.
• Assist with technical proposal development and project cost estimation.
• Mentor junior engineers and assign project tasks to build team capability while enforcing internal quality standards.
• Perform domestic site visits and field investigations to document existing conditions and support project commissioning efforts.

Skills

Power systems engineering

12kV–345kV substation design

Leadership

AutoCAD

Revit

ETAP

SKM

NESC/IEEE knowledge

PE license progress toward

Education

BSEE or BSEET

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

ETAP

SKM

WinIGS

EasyPower

Job description

Title: Substation Engineer

Shift: Standard First Shift (Full-Time, Exempt)

Salary: $100,000 - $120,000 per year + Bonus (commensurate with experience)

Substation Engineer Role:

The Substation Engineer exists to lead medium- to high-voltage power engineering design and serve as a primary technical anchor for complex utility and industrial power delivery projects nationwide. This role ensures high-quality design execution, regulatory compliance, and seamless client delivery from initial feasibility through final construction documentation.

Substation Engineer Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end physical and electrical design for utility and industrial substations ranging from 12kV to 345kV
• Deliver complete single-line diagrams, three-line AC/DC elementaries, and station elevation layouts
• Conduct power system calculations including ground grid analysis, short circuit studies, protective device coordination, load flow, and lightning protection plans
• Direct multi-discipline engineering teams to produce complete drawing packages across Schematic Design, Design Development, and 30/60/90 IFC milestones
• Provide technical oversight for protection and control (P&C) systems, structural steel layouts, civil foundation coordination, and high-voltage equipment selection
• Collaborate directly with clients, executive leaders, and design-build subcontractors to resolve construction inquiries and evaluate field conditions
• Assist with technical proposal development and project cost estimation
• Mentor junior engineers and assign project tasks to build team capability while enforcing internal quality standards
• Perform domestic site visits and field investigations to document existing conditions and support project commissioning efforts

Substation Engineer Reporting Relationships:

This position reports directly to the company president.

About You:

• Hold a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET)
• Possess 5+ years of dedicated power systems engineering experience focused on 12kV to 345kV substation design
• Demonstrate a proven track record leading multi-phase engineering deliverables from feasibility studies through construction documentation
• Maintain advanced proficiency in drafting and calculation tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, ETAP, SKM, WinIGS, or EasyPower
• Exhibit deep working knowledge of NESC, IEEE, and industry-standard codes governing medium- and high-voltage substation design
• Feature strong project leadership capabilities with a focus on cross-discipline communication and team collaboration
• Demonstrate experience mentoring junior engineering staff and assigning project deliverables
• Hold an active Professional Engineer (PE) license or show active progress toward PE registration
• Display strong problem-solving skills and technical adaptability across complex energy projects

Next Steps:

If you are a driven, detail-oriented problem solver seeking high technical visibility and work-life balance, we would like to hear from you. Submit your resume directly to our recruiting team to initiate a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity with our client.

Additional Information:

• Location & Work Mode: Greater Cleveland, OH Area | In-Person
• Travel Requirements: Occasional domestic travel (<10%) for field visits and site documentation
• Working Conditions & Physical Demands: Standard office environment combined with occasional visits to active utility and industrial job sites requiring appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

Equal Opportunity Employer: Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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