Substation Engineering Lead — Growth & Client Leader

VHB; Wethersfield (CT); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Best-in-class benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

VHB is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineering Lead with strong substation expertise to drive design, permitting, and delivery on energy projects across the Northeast. The role focuses on leading a multidisciplinary team, engaging clients, and growing business while ensuring high-quality electrical deliverables and compliance with standards.

The position offers hybrid work options, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package as part of VHB's Total Rewards.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering; MS a plus.
• 8+ years of experience in electrical engineering.
• 5+ years experience in electrical substation area.
• Experience with ETAP, CDEGS, CAPE, Aspen.
• Experience with MicroStation and AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Code and National Electric Safety Code.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the electrical engineering service primarily supporting transmission/distribution class substations.
• Engage in business development and client relations.
• Manage the physical electrical aspects of substation capital improvement and maintenance projects from initiation through closeout.
• Collaborate with multidiscipline substation project teams and serve as the physical electrical client-facing point of contact.
• Develop/review physical electrical drawings, material lists, calculations, analyses, reports, and specifications.
• Support the construction phase through site visits and RFI/submittal reviews.
• Monitor and project financial performance.
• Build a team and mentor staff by sharing wisdom and experiences to help individuals develop their skills and achieve their goals.

Skills

Market connectivity

Project management

Client relations

Substation expertise

Leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

B.S. Electrical Eng.

M.S. Electrical Eng.

Tools

ETAP

CDEGS

CAPE

Aspen

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

VHB is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineering Lead with strong substation expertise to drive design, permitting, and delivery on energy projects across the Northeast. The role focuses on leading a multidisciplinary team, engaging clients, and growing business while ensuring high-quality electrical deliverables and compliance with standards.

The position offers hybrid work options, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package as part of VHB's Total Rewards.