Substation Engineer: Design, Projects & Reliability

LG Electronics; Whitner (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company, part of the PPL Corporation family, are seeking engineers for substation engineering to support transmission and distribution projects in Kentucky. The role offers progression from Engineer I to Principal and requires close collaboration with internal teams and external consultants.

The position can be located in Louisville or Lexington, KY, and involves design, budgeting, scheduling, procurement support, and ensuring safety,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree ABET Accredited Bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology.
• Ability to analyze and solve engineering problems from a business perspective.

Responsibilities

• Performs engineering and design activities for transmission and distribution substations, including site development and foundation design.
• Assists in the execution of engineering projects to develop safe, reliable, and cost-effective solutions.
• Supports lifecycle of substation projects: planning, cost estimating, budgeting, procurement, construction support, commissioning, closeout.

Skills

Substation design

Power systems

Project planning

Budgeting

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Job description

Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company, part of the PPL Corporation family, are seeking engineers for substation engineering to support transmission and distribution projects in Kentucky. The role offers progression from Engineer I to Principal and requires close collaboration with internal teams and external consultants.

The position can be located in Louisville or Lexington, KY, and involves design, budgeting, scheduling, procurement support, and ensuring safety,