Substation Project Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Company; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 99,187 - 106,075; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Benefits

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Vacations

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Substation Project Engineer in Denver, CO. This hybrid role will involve managing equipment replacement projects, troubleshooting field issues, and working in collaboration with maintenance crews. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and knowledge of substation equipment. The expected salary range is $72-77/hr, complemented with various benefits including health protection and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Proficient in substation equipment and brownfield engineering.
• Capable of managing project needs and communication.

Responsibilities

• Scope and lead equipment replacement projects in substations.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and develop corrective actions.
• Conduct site visits and prepare engineering documents.

Skills

Knowledge of substation equipment

Brownfield engineering

Project initiation and coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

As a Substation Project Engineer, you will help support day‑to‑day maintenance and equipment replacement across substations. You will focus on brownfield engineering—building like‑for‑like equipment replacements, troubleshooting field issues, and ensuring the safe and reliable operation of existing substation assets. In this hybrid role, your typical week includes Mon/Fri remote work and Tue–Thu onsite at the Denver office, with regular substation field visits. We count field time toward your normal hours, and we expect no routine overtime.

You will scope and lead equipment replacement projects, including breakers, switches, transformers, relays, bushings, and arresters. You will prepare and manage work packages, initiate and coordinate material requisitions. You will partner with construction, substation maintenance crews, and your team to provide high-quality engineering solutions. Your work supports the continued reliability, safety, and performance of critical grid infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Adjust and update brownfield designs based on field conditions
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and develop corrective actions
• Create or refine engineering documents, drawings, and work packages
• Conduct site visits to evaluate existing conditions
• Support field crews during troubleshooting and project execution
• Verify equipment installations and perform construction observation
• Initiate projects and order required materials
• Track schedules, coordinate with construction supervisors, and ensure work readiness

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
• Knowledge of substation equipment
• Familiarity with brownfield engineering and maintenance workflows
• Initiate projects, coordinate materials, and manage team member communication

Our Safety Pledge to You:

If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

Why WECTEC Staffing Services?

WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.

WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:

• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $72-77/hr.

WECTEC Staffing Services continues to successfully place professional and technical resources into key roles globally. You can learn more by visiting www.wectecstaffing.com

You can submit your completed application, and explore other available options, using the following link: careers.westinghousenuclear.com

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Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities