Substation Engineer I/II

Toth and Associates, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 78,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Eight paid holidays

Company-paid medical and dental

401(k) with matching and profitSharing

Discretionary bonuses

Paid bonding leave

Vision

Life insurance and long-term DI

Supplemental life insurance

Short-term disability

FSA/HSA options

Education assistance

Job summary

Toth and Associates, Inc. is seeking a Substation Engineer I/II to support the planning, design, and implementation of electrical substation projects for utility, industrial, and renewable energy clients.

This role works under the direction of a Professional Engineer (PE) and Project Managers to develop technically sound, constructible, and code-compliant substation designs while building increasing independence and technical depth.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• 0–4 years of electrical engineering experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to prioritise work and manage time efficiently.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• EIT certification preferred.
• Experience with medium/high voltage power systems.
• Familiarity with ANSI/IEEE/NEMA standards; NEC/NESC/IEEE/ANSI.

Responsibilities

• Support design of substation components including yard layouts and grounding.
• Develop protection schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.
• Produce design drawings, calculations, and BOMs.
• Perform engineering calculations like voltage drop and grounding analysis.
• Ensure code compliance with NEC, NESC, IEEE, and ANSI.
• Collaborate with engineers and project teams on solutions.
• Maintain project documentation and calculations.
• Travel for project assignments.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Time management

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering (ABET‑accredited)

Job description

Job Details

Job Details: Job Location: PDX - Portland, OR, Position Type: Full-Time, Education Level: 4-Year Degree, Salary Range: $78000.00 - $100000.00Salary/year, Travel Percentage: Up to 10%, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Engineering - Electrical

The Substation Engineer I / II supports the planning, design, and implementation of electrical substation projects for utility, industrial, and renewable energy clients. This role works under the direction of a Professional Engineer (PE) and Project Managers to develop technically sound, constructible, and code-compliant substation designs while building increasing independence and technical depth.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the design of physical substation components, including yard layouts, grounding, lightning protection, control building arrangements, raceways, and auxiliary AC/DC power systems.
• Develop protection and control schematics, wiring diagrams, cable lists and panel layouts.
• Develop design drawings, calculations, and bills of material from engineering documents for planning, construction, operation, and maintenance.
• Conduct engineering calculations, including voltage drop, cable pulling, flicker analysis, and grounding analysis.
• Apply applicable engineering standards and codes, including NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEEE, and ANSI, ensuring consistent and compliant project execution.
• Perform quality reviews to check for inaccuracies, omissions, or compliance issues, and provide recommendations.
• Work collaboratively with engineers and project teams to develop solutions and modifications as needed.
• Maintain detailed project documentation and support engineering calculations.
• Bring potential project-related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the stakeholders.
• Travel out of town for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• 0-4 years of experience in the electrical engineering field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage time efficiently.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• EIT Certification.
• Experience in the design of medium or high voltage power systems.
• Familiarity with ANSI/IEEE/NEMA standards as they relate to substation design, including the National Electrical Safety Code (ANSI – C2).
• Prior internship with an electric utility, consulting firm, or industrial manufacturer.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Eight paid holidays
• Company-paid medical and dental coverage with buy-up options
• 401(k) w/company matching and profit sharing
• Discretionary bonuses
• Paid Bonding Leave
• Vision
• Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Supplemental life insurance available
• Short-term disability available
• FSA and HSA options
• Education assistance

Company Overview

Toth and Associates, Inc. (TOTH) is a full-service consulting engineering firm offering a broad range of services, including electric utility engineering, structural engineering, civil engineering, land services, GIS/mapping, utility rate services, and joint-use/make-ready support. Since our founding in 2003, we have grown to serve public and private utilities, municipalities, architects, developers, educational institutions, and other clients across the country.

At TOTH, we believe strong relationships are the foundation of successful work. Our team is built on professional expertise, collaboration, and a commitment to serving both our clients and one another well. We value people, encourage continued growth, and strive to provide a workplace where employees can build meaningful, rewarding careers.

TOTH offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. Visit www.tothassociates.com to learn more about our company