Substation Engineer - Physical (MD)

Alpha 3 Consulting, LLC; Elkridge (MD); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision (75% premiums)

401(k) with 5% company match

10 Paid Holidays

20 Paid-time-off days

Job summary

Alpha 3 is seeking a Substation Engineer (P&C) in Elkridge, MD. This full-time role supports high voltage projects from concept to detailed design with a hybrid schedule: three days in the office, two from home.

The candidate will design, analyze, and prepare drawings and documents for substations, with experience in protection schemes, digital relays, and related standards. Equal opportunity employer offering benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in electrical engineering or closely related field required.
• Masters in electrical power engineering or minimum 2 years relevant experience preferred.
• Knowledge of substations, transformers, breakers, buswork, and protection schemes.
• Familiarity with NEC/NESC codes and digital relays is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, evaluate, and create designs and drawings under senior guidance.
• Prepare deliverables such as one lines, schematics, layouts, site plans, wiring diagrams, and BOMs.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Substation design

Protection & control

NEC/NESC knowledge

AutoCAD

Microstation

Team collaboration

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical/electronics engineering

Master's degree in electrical power engineering or 2+ years of experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Microstation

Job description

Alpha 3 is looking for talented individuals to join our team. Here at Alpha 3 we work on projects that have real, lasting impact. Our team is involved in shaping and improving critical infrastructure, and we’re looking for people who take pride in solving complex problems and seeing tangible results from their work.

Why Work at Alpha 3

Meaningful Impact

Work on challenging projects that make a difference

Growth & Development

Expand your skills with mentorship and continuous learning opportunities

Be part of a supportive, team-oriented environment that values your contributions

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and work-life balance

Substation Engineer - Physical (MD)

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 their 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, 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 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.

Details

Location: Elkridge, MD

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $80000 - $10000 /per year

Skill Level: Associate