Substation Physical Engineer - REMOTE

ICF; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 81,499 - 167,644; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote, flexible schedule

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

ICF is looking for a Substation Physical Engineer to work remotely. This role involves leading the design and preparation of substation physical design drawings, conducting engineering studies, and coordinating with various disciplines. Candidates should have a BS in Electrical Engineering, at least 2 years of experience in substation design, and strong communication and leadership skills. The position offers a flexible schedule, work-life balance, and various benefits including tuition reimbursement and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in substation physical design for electric utilities.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Familiarity with substation design standards (IEEE, NESC).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and preparation of substation physical design drawings.
• Oversee engineering studies such as AC Load and Grounding studies.
• Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure quality deliverables.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Communication Skills

Leadership

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Project Management

Education

BS in Engineering (preferably Electrical)

Tools

Bluebeam

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Substation Physical Engineer – Remote

Location: Remote US

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee design and preparation of substation physical design drawings, including:
  • Substation One Line and Three Line drawings
  • Station General Arrangements & Sections
  • Electrical Details
  • Grounding Plan & Details
  • Conduit Plan & Details
  • Control Cubicle Layout, Sections, Cable Tray, Lighting, and Grounding
  • Low-Voltage AC Panels
  • Lightning Protection
  • Illumination Plan & Details
• Lead the design and preparation of engineering studies such as AC Load, Illumination, Grounding, and Lightning Shielding.
• Develop Bill of Materials based on Design Criteria.
• Coordinate with protection & controls, civil/structural, and drafting disciplines to ensure quality deliverables.
• Support client meetings, technical discussions, and project planning efforts.
• Participate in site visits and constructability reviews.
• Interpret and incorporate vendor information into design deliverables.
• Apply client standards related to the work.
• Perform/ensure company’s QA/QC processes are followed on all design packages.
• Ensure compliance with industry codes (e.g., IEEE, NESC, NEC) and utility standards.
• Continuously improve job‑related engineering, technical, and professional knowledge, skills, and performance.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Engineering, preferably electrical with Power Focus.
• 2+ years of experience in substation physical design for electric utilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience working with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, and MicroStation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong initiative and leadership qualities.
• Advanced user of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar design tools.
• Familiarity with substation design standards and practices (IEEE, NESC, utility specs).
• Ability to manage multiple projects and mentor junior staff.
• Experience leading substation projects modeled in 3D using Autodesk Inventor.
• Familiarity with substation grounding studies and CDEGS.
• Familiarity with Agi32 illumination software.

Benefits

• Fully remote, flexible schedule, work‑life balance.
• Donation matching and volunteer opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401(k) matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Many additional benefits available. Ask recruiter for details.

Pay Range

$81,499.00 – $167,644.00 (Nationwide Remote Office US99)

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable accommodations are available for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. Contact [e-mail] for accommodation requests.