Substation Engineer

K&A Engineering Consulting; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K with Company Match

Flexible Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A power engineering consulting firm located in Oak Brook, IL is seeking a Substation Engineer to develop detailed electrical designs for power utilities. The successful candidate will engage in substantial projects, requiring a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 5-10 years of experience in substation design. The role offers a salary range of $90,000 to $145,000, comprehensive benefits, and a culture centering on professional growth and innovation.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience within substation design for electrical utilities.
• Experience with power analysis software is preferred.
• Ability to work in office and visit worksites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Design detailed electrical engineering plans for substations.
• Create construction drawing packages and develop bill of materials.
• Conduct cable design and conduit fill calculations.
• Provide System Protection & Control design and construction drawing packages.

Skills

Electrical Engineering design

Power analysis software knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SKM

Etap

EasyPower

Job description

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K&A Engineering Consulting – 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.

Powered By Innovation, Passion, And Purpose.

Start Your K&A Career

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Substation Engineer to join our team at K&A Engineering in Oakbrook, IL. 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

• Detailed design of Electrical Engineering – Includes conceptual design and detailed estimates
• Substation Design Includes the creation of substation construction drawing packages, developing bill of materials and the procurement of minor materials
• General arrangement/ physical and electrical layout, electrical equipment plans, elevation & section views (including transformers, bus work, etc.)
• Equipment cable trays, cable design, conduit fill calculations
• Rigid bus calculations
• System Protection & Control (SP&C) Design includes the creation of SP&C construction drawing packages and the procurement of materials
• Drawings in specified formats shall include elementary diagrams, relay one-line diagrams, connection diagrams, panel layout diagrams, and circuit schedules. Materials shall include relays, communication and monitoring systems, panel meters, control house panels, cables and associated wiring materials.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from an accredited university
• 5-10 Years of professional experience within substation design for electrical utilities
• Experience and or knowledge with power analysis software is ideal (i.e. SKM, Etap, EasyPower, etc.)
• Proficient in Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Must be able to report to the office and visit worksites as needed

Pay Range

$90,000-145,000/year

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: We offer a comprehensive benefits package for eligible classified employees, including but not limited to:

• 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)

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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.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Strategy/Planning and Information Technology

Industries

Utilities