Substation Engineer - V

Toth And Associates; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

Medical and dental coverage

401(k) with match

Bonuses

Paid bonding leave

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

FSA/HSA

Education assistance

Job summary

Toth and Associates is seeking a Project Engineer V to lead the technical execution of electrical substation projects in a full-time capacity in Kansas City, MO. The role emphasizes independent judgment to deliver technically sound designs while owning project scope and deliverables.

You will mentor junior engineers, interface with clients, and ensure quality delivery through proactive risk management and strict QA/QC practices. Travel is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 7–10 years of electrical substation engineering or power systems design experience.
• Ability to lead technical execution with minimal oversight.
• Advanced knowledge of substation design principles and standards.
• Strong engineering judgment for risk assessment and decisions.
• Experience reviewing complex engineering calculations and design packages.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Lead major portions of substation projects or independently execute small-to-medium projects from kickoff through delivery.
• Serve as the technical lead and primary engineering point of contact for project coordination with Project Managers, clients, and internal teams.
• Own the technical scope of work, including development and oversight of substation designs and protection & control deliverables.
• Prepare, review, and approve drawings, calculations, studies, and bills of material.
• Apply NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEEE, ANSI codes to ensure compliant designs.
• Identify risks and determine resolutions or escalations.
• Perform and oversee grounding, fault current, voltage drop, and related analyses.
• Conduct QA/QC reviews and act as Engineer of Record when licensed.
• Provide mentorship to Engineer I–IV staff and conduct design reviews.
• Communicate project status, issues, and risks to stakeholders and clients.
• Maintain day-to-day client engineering relationships and project documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Engineering judgment

Communication

Mentoring

Multi-tasking

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SES-CDEGS

MS Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: KCMO - Kansas City, MO 64131

Position Type: Full-Time

Education Level: 4-Year Degree

Salary Range: $120,000.00 - $160,000.00 Salary/year

Travel Percentage: Up to 10%

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Engineering - Electrical

The Project Engineer V is responsible for leading the technical execution of electrical substation projects from project kickoff through delivery. This role applies advanced engineering expertise and independent judgment to develop technically sound, constructible, and code-compliant designs while serving as the primary technical owner of project scope, deliverable quality, and engineering decisions.

The Project Engineer V functions as the day-to-day technical lead, mentoring engineering staff, supporting Project Managers, interfacing directly with clients, and ensuring high-quality project delivery through proactive risk management and rigorous quality control practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead major portions of substation projects or independently execute small-to-medium projects from kickoff through delivery.
• Serve as the technical lead and primary engineering point of contact for project coordination with Project Managers, clients, and internal teams.
• Own the technical scope of work, including development and oversight of substation physical and protection & control design deliverables.
• Prepare, review, and approve engineering drawings, calculations, studies, and bills of material.
• Apply and enforce applicable codes and standards (NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEEE, ANSI) to ensure compliant and constructible designs.
• Identify project risks, design conflicts, and scope impacts; determine appropriate resolution and escalation.
• Perform and oversee engineering analyses, including grounding, fault current, voltage drop, and related studies.
• Conduct QA/QC reviews of calculations, drawings, and design packages prior to issuance; serve as Engineer of Record when licensed.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to Engineer I–IV staff, including design reviews and development feedback.
• Communicate project status, technical issues, and risks clearly to internal stakeholders and clients.
• Maintain day-to-day client engineering relationships.
• Support client satisfaction and repeat business through consistent, high-quality technical delivery and communication.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and records.
• Travel as required for project coordination, site visits, or client meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• 7–10 years of experience in electrical substation engineering or related power systems design.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical execution of projects with minimal oversight.
• Advanced knowledge of substation design principles, standards, and engineering practices.
• Strong engineering judgment, including the ability to assess risk and make sound technical decisions.
• Proven experience performing and reviewing complex engineering calculations and design packages.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, priorities, and project deliverables effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and relevant engineering design tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain licensure.
• Expertise in medium- and high-voltage substation systems for utility or industrial clients.
• Advanced proficiency with substation design and analysis software (e.g., grounding analysis tools such as SES-CDEGS).
• Demonstrated experience mentoring and developing junior engineering staff.
• Experience leading client-facing technical discussions and design reviews.

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

Qualified candidates applying directly to Toth are eligible for a sign-on bonus equal to 10% of the annual base salary. This bonus is subject to the applicable policies.

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.