Substation Engineer

University of Alaska Fairbanks Petroleum Engineering; Pueblo, Cheyenne, Rapid City (CO, WY, SD); On-site; CAD 126,000 - 238,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonuses

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Black Hills Energy is seeking a Substation Engineer to work on major capital transmission and distribution projects. The role involves creating detailed electrical layouts, supporting substation design, and driving activities under supervision to build reliable utility infrastructure.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, be able to travel up to 25%, and hold a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering required.
• This role requires driving responsibilities with a valid license and insurability.
• Travel up to 25% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee major capital transmission and distribution projects.
• Create detailed electrical layouts, plans, material lists and drawings for substation facilities.
• Provide entry-level engineering support in substation design and equipment upgrades.
• Anticipate problems and apply standard solutions.
• Develop and implement actions; align with department plans.
• Prioritize workflow, establish schedules and monitor progress.
• Lead project teams or support assigned work as needed.
• Utilize project management skills to support or lead projects.
• Maintain safety policies and stop-work authority when required.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Project management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Project Management software

Job description

Substation Engineer

Black Hills Energy

About Black Hills Energy

Black Hills Energy is people powered and purpose driven. Our team uses the power of energy to improve life for over one million customers in 800+ communities across the West and Midwest. We seek talented, caring people who embody our core values and contribute to a culture of inclusion and growth. As an organization, we believe the best part of working on our team is our commitment to making tomorrow better than today—for our customers, communities and each other.

Position Summary

This position will have assignments designed to develop professional skills and competent technical knowledge within the area of substation engineering.

Pay Range

This posting includes the full pay range for this position. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.

• Principal: $116,500 - $192,400 / Grade 19
• Level I: $72,900 - $109,250 / Grade 13
• Level II: $86,700 - $130,050 / Grade 15
• Senior: $97,150 - $160,150 / Grade 17
• Lead: $105,750 - $174,450 / Grade 18

Reporting Relationship

Substation Engineering Manager

Location

Pueblo, Colorado; Cheyenne, Wyoming or Rapid City, South Dakota

Relocation Assistance

Relocation assistance is available based on individual circumstances! Details to be shared during the offer process.

Essential Functions

• Under the supervision of senior engineers, manage, and provide oversight activities for major capital transmission and distribution projects.
• Create detailed electrical system layouts, plans, material lists, and construction arrangement drawings for the build out and upkeep of utility transmission and distribution substation facilities.
• Under direct supervision, provide entry-level engineering and support to Black Hills Energy's electric utilities in substation design and electrical equipment upgrades.
• Anticipate problems. Analyze and tackle a range of problems using standard procedures.
• Learn to develop solutions and implement actions. Adapt and contribute to department plans and priorities to address business and operational challenges.
• Prioritize workflow, establish schedule and monitor accomplishments. Begin to understand and consider cross-functional effect of priorities.
• Actively contribute to department/project work and facilitate teamwork. May direct the work of teams assigned to support projects or special assignments.
• Use project management skills to support and/or lead projects as assigned.
• Maintain a safe work environment through proficient knowledge of Black Hills Energy's safety policies, procedures and stop work authority.

Additional Responsibilities

• Complete all assigned training tasks and take initiative to seek out training opportunities. Continuously train to improve job skills.
• Support system operations group during outages and emergencies. Perform work in close proximity to energized facilities.
• Continue to establish positive, professional relationships throughout Black Hills Energy and with external organizations including being responsive to internal and external customers.

What Is Required

All Levels

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering required.
• This position requires driving responsibilities. You must hold and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record that meets company and insurer standards.
• This role will be required to travel up to 25% of the time.

Level I

• No experience required. Training provided.

Level II

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant engineering experience.

Senior

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant engineering experience

Lead

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant engineering experience

Principal

• Minimum of 12 years of relevant engineering experience

What Is Desired

• Understand and apply fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of electrical engineering.
• General knowledge of network design, standards and system operations.
• Basic knowledge of Black Hills Energy's support functions, including but not limited to Finance, Accounting, IT and Supply Chain.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to interact in a team environment.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite - Excel, Word, Power Point, Project and Outlook.
• Ability to maintain proficiency with new systems and software as technology evolves.
• Ability to work concurrently on multiple projects independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to document and track projects and work goals.
• Self-motivated with a desire to learn diverse topics and skills.

This description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements for employees in this position. Job descriptions may and do change periodically. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the collective bargaining unit agreement will apply.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Annual discretionary bonuses
• 401(k) (6% company match and up to 9% company retirement contribution)
• tuition reimbursement
• generous paid time off benefits
• including paid holidays and parental leave
• company paid life insurance and disability benefits (short and long term)
• critical illness
• accident & group hospital insurance
• pet insurance
• an employee assistance program and well-being benefits
• and competitive medical, dental and vision insurance

Black Hills Energy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. If you require reasonable accommodation, please visit careers.blackhillsenergy.com for more information.