Substation Design Engineer

MARS Solutions Group; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable engineering firm is seeking an experienced Substation Engineer to work remotely across the U.S. This role involves developing designs, preparing engineering calculations, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering and 3–7 years of experience in substation design. Proficiency in AutoCAD and knowledge of high-voltage equipment are essential. This full-time position offers a supportive work environment for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3–7+ years of experience in substation design (utility or EPC environment).
• PE license or ability to obtain preferred.
• Experience with major utilities or consultants is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop physical layout designs, single-line diagrams, grounding plans, and wiring schematics.
• Prepare engineering calculations including short-circuit, grounding, lightning protection, and equipment ratings.
• Ensure designs meet industry standards.

Skills

Substation design experience

AutoCAD proficiency

High-voltage equipment knowledge

Grounding systems expertise

Protection principles understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

PCSCAD

CYME

ETAP

SKM

Job description

MARS Solutions Group is looking for an experienced Substation Engineer who will work 100% remote nationwide with a Construction Engineering and Power Service Corporation that values a traditional work week and often extends contracts for added job security and stability.

Responsibilities

• Develop physical layout designs, single-line diagrams, grounding plans, and wiring schematics.
• Prepare engineering calculations including short-circuit, grounding, lightning protection, and equipment ratings.
• Create technical specifications, bills of materials, and procurement documents for major substation equipment.
• Coordinate with protection & controls (P&C), civil, and transmission engineering teams.
• Support construction teams with RFIs, field changes, redlines, and commissioning support.
• Ensure designs meet NESC, IEEE, ANSI, NEC, and utility standards.
• Review vendor drawings and ensure equipment compliance (transformers, breakers, switches, relays, etc.).
• Use AutoCAD/Inventor/MicroStation or equivalent tools to produce design packages.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Power preferred).
• 3–7+ years of experience in substation design (utility or EPC environment).
• Knowledge of high-voltage equipment, grounding systems, and protection principles.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or related design platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• PE license or ability to obtain.
• Experience with PSCAD, CYME, ETAP, or SKM software.
• Previous work with major utilities or consultants such as Burns & McDonnell, Black & Veatch, Worley, or POWER Engineers.

Additional Information

Work schedule: remote within the U.S. Hours per week: 40, Monday–Friday.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Distribution
• Industries: Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution, Utilities

About MARS Solutions Group

MARS Solutions Group provides a range of opportunities for meaningful work by understanding that employment fit is a combination of people, process, and technology. We leverage our experienced and compassionate team to bring humanity to matching you with the right advanced technology role, and stay connected with you to help you attain your professional goals.