Substation Engineer

Michael Page; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

MPI seeks a Substation Engineer to work on high-voltage substation projects up to 500 kV. You will develop and review drawings, calculations, and technical docs while coordinating with civil, structural, and protection teams.

The successful candidate has 5+ years in substation engineering, proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation, and strong client-facing communication. Travel to client sites is occasional; hybrid work arrangements are possible depending on location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• At least five years of experience in substation or power-delivery engineering.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Strong written, verbal, and client-facing communication skills.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for client meetings and site visits.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering for high-voltage substation projects up to 500 kV.
• Develop and review drawings, calculations, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate with multi-discipline teams and review vendor submittals.
• Provide guidance to junior engineers and support project execution.

Skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Substation Engineer

Work on high-voltage substation projects up to 500 kV. Join a growing team with a strong project backlog.

Our client is a nationally recognized, multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm with an established presence in the power and utilities industry. The organization partners with electric utilities, renewable-energy developers, and large energy users to deliver critical transmission, distribution, and grid-modernization infrastructure.

Job Description

Perform physical and/or protection and control engineering for high-voltage substation projects. Support substation projects ranging from 69 kV through 500 kV. Develop and review engineering drawings, specifications, calculations, and technical documentation. Prepare or review: general arrangements and equipment layouts, one-line and three-line diagrams, grounding, lightning protection, and conduit plans, control schematics and wiring diagrams, relay, metering, and communications diagrams, bills of material and equipment specifications. Perform calculations related to grounding, bus design, equipment sizing, AC/DC auxiliary systems, and station service. Coordinate with civil, structural, transmission, distribution, and protection engineering teams. Review vendor drawings and technical submittals for transformers, breakers, switches, control buildings, and other major equipment. Participate in site visits, field investigations, constructability reviews, and construction support. Assist with project scopes, cost estimates, schedules, proposals, and resource planning. Ensure designs comply with IEEE, NESC, NEC, utility requirements, and client-specific standards. Communicate directly with clients and project stakeholders to resolve technical issues and maintain project progress. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Substation Engineer should have: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university. At least five years of experience in substation or power-delivery engineering. Demonstrated experience supporting high-voltage utility substation projects. Strong knowledge of substation equipment, design practices, and applicable industry standards. Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation. Strong written, verbal, and client-facing communication skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate across engineering disciplines. Willingness to travel occasionally for client meetings and project-site visits.

What's on Offer

Competitive salary ranging from $150,000 to $170,000 annually. Competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits. Flexible or hybrid working arrangements, depending on location. Exposure to major utility and infrastructure programs. A strong backlog of technically complex substation projects. Opportunities to take ownership of projects and work directly with clients. Support for professional development and PE licensure. Clear advancement opportunities into Lead Engineer, Project Engineer, or Project Manager positions.