Substation Engineer - P&C (MD)

Alpha 3 Consulting; Elkridge (MD); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

401(k) match

10 paid holidays

20 PTO days

Job summary

Alpha 3 Consulting in Elkridge, MD is seeking a Substation Engineer (P&C) to support high voltage substation projects from conceptual through detailed design. This is a full-time position with a hybrid work schedule; three days in the office (typically Tuesday-Thursday) and two days from home, with a preferred office location in Elkridge, MD.

You will join an integrated project team and produce deliverables including one-lines, schematics, layouts, site plans, wiring diagrams, and BOMs.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in electrical/electronics engineering.
• Master’s degree in electrical power engineering or at least two years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of electrical substations including familiarity with transformers, breakers, disconnects, buswork, and associated equipment.
• Experience with NEC/NESC codes and protection schemes; digital relays knowledge.
• Proficiency in Microstation and/or AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, evaluate, and create new designs and drawings with guidance from senior engineers.
• Produce deliverables including one-lines, schematics, layouts, site plans, wiring diagrams, and bills of material.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical Power Engineering

Tools

Microstation

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title: Substation Engineer (P&C)

Location: Elkridge, MD

Position Description

Alpha 3 is seeking a Substation Engineer with education and experience in substation equipment, calculations, and protection and control to support high voltage substation projects from conceptual through detailed design. This is a full‑time position with a hybrid work schedule. Three days per week (typically Tuesday-Thursday) are expected to be in the office and two days per week from home. Preferred office location Elkridge, MD. Other locations may be available, depending on the candidate’s qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, evaluate, and create new designs and drawings and revise existing designs and drawings with guidance from senior engineering personnel, as needed.
• Work in an integrated project team environment and use knowledge of components, arrangements, and standards to complete deliverables including one‑lines, schematics, layouts, site plans, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, and bills of material.

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in electrical/electronics engineering or a closely related field.
• Master’s degree in electrical power engineering or at least two years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of electrical substations including familiarity with the physical characteristics, access, connection, and support requirements for transformers, breakers, disconnects, buswork, and associated equipment.
• Utility project experience, including familiarity with protection requirements, protection schemes, and application of digital relays, knowledge of common substation configurations, and knowledge of electrical codes including NEC and NESC.
• Knowledge of Microstation and/or AutoCAD.
• Ability to work on a team and on multiple projects.
• Ability to understand and incorporate comments and feedback.
• Ability to adapt to various client standards and procedures.
• Personal time‑management skills and ability to adhere to deadlines.
• Attention to detail and pride in work product quality.

Salary and Benefits

Salary will be determined based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant.

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision (75% of premiums company‑paid)
• 401(k) (5% company match)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 20 Paid‑time‑off days

Alpha 3 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.