Substation Engineer - V

Toth And Associates; Kennewick (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Eight paid holidays

Company-paid medical and dental

401(k) with company matching

Discretionary bonuses

Paid bonding leave

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Long-term disability

HSA/FSA options

Education assistance

Job summary

Toth and Associates, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer V to lead electrical substation projects from kickoff to delivery, applying advanced engineering judgment and ensuring code-compliant designs.

You will mentor junior staff, interface with clients and project managers, and drive quality, risk management, and timely delivery across multiple workstreams.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• 7–10 years in electrical substation engineering or related power systems design.
• Ability to lead technical execution of projects with minimal oversight.
• Advanced knowledge of substation design principles, standards, and engineering practices.
• Strong engineering judgment for risk assessment and technical decisions.
• Experience reviewing complex engineering calculations and design packages.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, priorities, and deliverables.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead major portions of substation projects or independently execute small-to-medium projects from kickoff through delivery.
• Serve as technical lead and primary engineering contact for coordination with PMs, clients, and internal teams.
• Own the technical scope of work including substation physical and protection & control design deliverables.
• Prepare, review, and approve drawings, calculations, studies, and bills of material.
• Apply NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEEE, ANSI standards to ensure compliant designs.
• Identify risks, design conflicts, and scope impacts; determine resolution paths.
• Perform and oversee grounding, fault current, voltage drop analyses and related studies.
• QA/QC reviews of calculations and design packages; Engineer of Record when licensed.
• Mentor Engineer I–IV and provide design reviews and feedback.

Skills

Technical leadership

Risk management

Client communication

Mentoring staff

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

SES-CDEGS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: TRICITIES - Kennewick, WA 99301
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

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.

Job Overview

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.

Required 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

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.