Substation Engineer PE

Actalent; Johnstown (OH); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineering and sciences services is seeking a Substation Engineer PE to support utility projects. The role involves developing project scopes, engineering designs, and leading project teams. Candidates should have a minimum of five years’ experience in utilities, including a PE license and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with contributions

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in utilities working with substations.
• PE License required.
• Experience in scoping, estimating, and ordering materials for substations.

Responsibilities

• Develop project scopes and estimates for substation projects.
• Engineer and design lightning protection and grounding.
• Lead and coordinate work activities of others.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication

Intermediate ability to perform design calculations

Intermediate understanding of standards and codes

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering

Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering

Job description

Join to apply for the Substation Engineer PE role at Actalent

Continue with Google Continue with Google

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Substation Engineer PE role at Actalent

Position Summary

Actalent connects passion with purpose. We are supporting critical engineering and sciences initiatives that advance how companies serve the world. With almost 40 years of experience, our scalable talent solutions and engineering and sciences services provide the expertise our customers need to achieve more.

Position Summary

Actalent connects passion with purpose. We are supporting critical engineering and sciences initiatives that advance how companies serve the world. With almost 40 years of experience, our scalable talent solutions and engineering and sciences services provide the expertise our customers need to achieve more.

The position falls within the substation department of the organization. The engineer will working to complete projects that support our utility customer. They will work with in-house and client engineers and designers. They will provide, coordinate, and conduct training to lower level engineers.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop project scopes, one line diagrams, and estimates for substation projects
• Review substation construction drawings such as electrical arrangements, plan and section views, grounding, cable and conduit drawings, and other project documents and verify compliance with appropriate codes and standards
• Engineer and design lightning protection, grounding, and equipment replacement and repair for substations
• Make necessary changes and corrections to drawings and documentation
• Verify the proper use of equipment and material according to project documentation standards and codes
• Verify that material and equipment are ordered and delivered on time for substation construction
• Travel to project sites for walk downs and gathering information to develop the correct requirements for the projects to scope and develop substations
• Function as a project lead for substation projects
• Perform all engineering and design activities with minimum direction
• Lead, facilitate, and coordinate work activities of others within the work group, team, department, or those external to complete substation projects
• Provide training and guidance to lower level employees
• Identify and initiate corrective action when substation project objectives are not being met
• Interpret codes and regulations and develop standards for construction projects
• Promote engineering professionalism and standards
• Participate in development of plans by establishing goals, objectives, and requirements
• Work under supervision of higher level engineers
• Position will require occasional site visits
  
  

Education And Experience Requirements

• Minimum of five years of experience in utilities working with substations
• Minimum of five years of experience completing engineering projects from start to finish
• Minimum of five years of experience scoping, estimating, and ordering materials for substations
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering from an accredited institution
• Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering from an accredited institution will count toward years of experience
• A PE License is required
  
  

Requisite Abilities And Skills

• Intermediate ability to perform design calculations such as battery sizing, AC and DC loads, system component selection, power transformer and circuit breaker selection, circuit protection, control and power cable selection and rating, bus bars, fittings, insulators, ground grid design, and lightning protection
• Intermediate understanding of standards and codes such as IEEE, ANSI, NEC and NESC
• Possess intermediate understanding of equipment, material, ordering, and bills of material for substation construction
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Possess ability to understand interrelationship between systems and component equipment
• Demonstrate ability to work with others in supplying information and seeking assistance as necessary
• Demonstrate willingness and capabilities to assume leadership roles
  
  

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $57.69 - $72.11/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 8, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Actalent by 2x

Sign in to set job alerts for “Electrical Engineer” roles.

Continue with Google Continue with Google

Continue with Google Continue with Google

Columbus, OH $120,000 - $150,000 2 weeks ago

Columbus, OH $75,000 - $90,000 4 hours ago

Columbus, OH
$73,722.00
-
$151,646.00
1 day ago

Columbus, OH
$115,000.00
-
$150,000.00
6 days ago

Professional Engineer (PE) - Power Utility Design (Field/Remote)

Process Design Engineer - Mechanical Systems

Columbus, OH
$120,000.00
-
$140,000.00
2 weeks ago

Utility Protection & Control Lead Technician

Ohio, United States
$60.00
-
$70.00
3 weeks ago

Westerville, OH
$80,250.03
-
$117,700.04
1 day ago

Columbus, OH
$100,000.00
-
$140,000.00
1 week ago

Field Service Engineer 1 - Cleveland, Northeast, Ohio area.

Senior Electrical Engineer - Experience with Federal Government Projects

Columbus, OH
$125,000.00
-
$161,405.00
1 week ago

Water/Wastewater Electrical Group Leader

Sr. Engineering Consultant (Northern Ohio)

Columbus, OH
$85,000.00
-
$100,000.00
2 days ago

Sales and Applications Engineer (Manufacturing & Automation)

Columbus, OH $100,000 - $160,000 2 months ago

Field Service Engineer - Injection Molding Machine Troubleshooting and Repair (OH, PA, WV, VA )

Sr Process Engineer/Project Manager (Pharma/cGMP/FDA)

Columbus, OH $115,000 - $150,000 1 week ago

Electrical and Computer Engineering Tutor

Columbus FE - Electrical and Computer Engineering Tutor

Columbus, OH $90,000 - $125,000 2 weeks ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.