Substation Physical Engineer III

Revamp Engineering, Inc; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership ESOP

Competitive compensation with bonus

Full benefits: health, vision, life, &

401(k) with match

Job summary

Revamp Engineering, Inc. seeks an Engineer III – Substation Physical Design to lead physical design for renewable energy substations and interconnections.

The role requires independent judgment, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and delivering actionable designs from client documents and interconnection requirements. This hands-on position emphasizes production-grade AutoCAD 3D drawings, grounding and protection layouts, and fast-paced development with evolving information.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in an engineering discipline; bachelor’s preferred.
• 5+ years in substation physical design.
• Advanced AutoCAD with 3D design experience.
• Knowledge of high‑voltage substation equipment and standards.
• Strong written and verbal client communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop physical substation design packages for renewable energy substations and interconnections.
• Support substation structural steel and foundation drawings with project engineers.
• Develop grounding, lightning protection, and conduit layouts as required.
• Translate interconnection requirements into actionable deliverables.
• Produce AutoCAD drawings and 3D substation models per Revamp standards.
• Coordinate with protection, civil, structural, and power systems teams.
• Review subconsultant deliverables for quality and schedule alignment.
• Mentor less experienced staff and ensure timely delivery.

Skills

AutoCAD 3D

Substation design

High voltage

Independent judgement

Client communication

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Inventor

Bentley

Revit

Job description

Role Summary

The Engineer III – Substation Physical Design leads physical design of high-voltage substations supporting renewable energy interconnections. This work requires independent judgment, comfort with ambiguity, and the ability to translate client documentation and utility interconnection requirements into actionable physical engineering deliverables. This is a hands-on, production-focused role that calls for strong engineering judgment, comfort with ambiguity, and the confidence to move designs forward independently while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary partners in an employee-owned culture accelerating the clean-energy transition.

Please note, the salary advertised above is in USD. The CAD salary range for this role is approximately C$154,000 - C$192,000.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Project Delivery & Execution

• Develop physical substation design packages for renewable energy substations and/or utility interconnections, including general arrangement drawings, plan/section/elevation views, equipment layouts, bus arrangements, and preliminary steel and foundation quantities.
• The role may support the development of substation structural steel and foundation drawings in alignment with the project structural engineers to maximize efficient design practices.
• Develop grounding, lightning protection, and conduit/raceway layouts as required.
• Translate utility interconnection requirements and client documentation into clear, actionable preliminary physical deliverables.
• Adapt designs in fast-paced development environments with limited or evolving information.
• Produce high-quality AutoCAD drawings and 3D substation models consistent with Revamp standards.
• Coordinate with protection & control, civil, structural, and power systems teams to deliver integrated design packages.
• Review subconsultant deliverables for technical accuracy, quality, and schedule alignment.
• As needed, contribute to detailed, full-design physical tasks for other substation projects within the team.

Client & Stakeholder Coordination

• Support client interaction for multiple projects within a portfolio.
• Present design assumptions and respond to technical feedback.
• Serve as a technical point of contact for early-stage physical scope.
• Coordinate with project managers to align client deliverables.
• Ensure documentation aligns with utility interconnection requirements and client expectations.

Quality & Compliance

• Apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria independently.
• Leverage experienced staff for clear design direction as needed.
• Formulate and solve complex substation physical design problems.
• Ensure compliance with company, industry, trade, and jurisdictional safety standards, practices, and codes.
• Identify opportunities to improve templates, workflows, and design efficiency.

Additional Responsibilities

• Develop work plans for assigned tasks.
• Provide mentorship to less experienced staff as appropriate.
• Perform essential duties including meeting deliverables and deadlines.
• Perform additional related tasks as assigned.

Experience, Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Required

• Associate’s degree or greater in a related engineering discipline, Bachelor’s degree preferred. Candidates without a 4-year degree may be considered for “Substation Designer III” role.
• 5+ years of relevant substation physical design experience.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, including 3D Design experience.
• Demonstrated experience developing:
• General arrangement drawings.
• Working knowledge of high-voltage substation equipment and physical design standards.
• High level of independence paired with sound judgment to seek guidance when appropriate.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills suitable for client-facing discussions.
• Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage fast-turn assignments.

Preferred

• Advanced proficiency with 3D substation design tools such as Inventor, Bentley, Revit or similar.
• Experience with renewable energy interconnection substations.
• Transmission line design exposure (e.g., PLS-CADD) with a substation steel orientation.
• Prior client-facing experience in a consulting environment.
• Experience supporting both development and EPC delivery phases.
• Coding, scripting, or process automation experience (Python).
• Experience overseeing subconsultants or coordinating multi-disciplinary inputs.
• PE license or EIT certification.

Benefits for Full-Time Positions

• Participation in Revamp’s Employee Ownership ESOP program
• Competitive compensation with bonus.
• Full benefits package including 99% employer-paid health, vision, life, and dental insurance.
• Medical, dependent care, and commuter FSA.
• Monthly health and wellness stipend.
• Attractive vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) savings plan with 100% match up to 6%, vested immediately.
• Paid volunteer time off and charitable donation matching.

About Revamp

Founded in 2016, Revamp is the premier employee-owned engineering design firm dedicated to advancing large-scale renewable energy projects. Our team is united by a shared commitment to accelerating the global energy transition and creating a workplace where talented people can make a tangible impact in the fight against climate change.

As employee-owners, we take pride in building a culture of collaboration, innovation and accountability where every individual’s contribution drives both company success and personal growth. Revamp engineers have supported the design of more than 10% of the utility-scale solar generation capacity in the us since 2020, contributing directly to the renewable energy transformation.

So much more than just an engineering firm; we are a diverse, international team of singers, dancers, pastry chefs, outdoor enthusiasts, animal lovers, travelers and problem-solvers who bring curiosity and creativity to everything we do. For more information, visit www.revamp-eng.com

Disclaimers

1. Employment with Revamp Engineering Inc. may be subject to background checks that are permitted by applicable law and relevant to the position. Any such checks will be conducted in compliance with all legal requirements, including providing notice, obtaining consent where required, and allowing candidates to access and correct personal information as permitted by law.

2. Revamp Engineering Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We value diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Revamp Engineering Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us.