Substation Project Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Company; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 61,992 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and income protection benefits

401(k) savings plan

Paid vacation for qualifying positions

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking a Substation Project Engineer for a 1-year contract assignment in Juno Beach, FL. The role involves leading engineering teams on renewable generation substation projects from conception through construction. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, PE certification, and 4+ years of relevant experience. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, 401(k), and paid vacation. Remote work options are available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in substation design and engineering of high-voltage substation projects.
• Project engineering and project management experience is a must.
• Some travel required within North America.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers on renewable generation substation projects.
• Develop detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, and status reports.
• Coordinate with project teams for site development and engineering updates.

Skills

Substation design and engineering

Project management

Cross-functional coordination

Client communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil/Structural engineering

Certified Professional Engineer (PE)

PMP and/or P.E. in a related discipline

Tools

Project management software

Engineering design software

Job description

About The Role

We're looking for a Substation Project Engineer on behalf of our client. This is a 1-year contract assignment (W‑2). The Engineering & Construction Business Unit is looking for a Substation Project Engineer to join its team in Juno Beach, FL.

You will lead a team of engineers and technical specialists to perform engineering functions and be responsible for all assigned renewable generation substation projects from conception (early stage) through construction and commissioning (execution). The position may occasionally require driving to multiple substation projects across Florida. You will report to the onsite manager.

Location

Juno Beach, FL (preferred) but open to remote.

Key Responsibilities

• In the conceptual phase, work with the Early‑Stage Project Manager to support the engineering requirements and scope with the Development Group. Projects can begin as FERC 1000 transmission project proposals or as greenfield projects.
• Develop detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports.
• Conduct project meetings and be responsible for project tracking and analysis.
• Provide information to internal and external clients on moderate to complex issues.
• Coordinate with other project team members to develop and secure a substation site and support any engineering updates, data, and permits necessary to design and build the substation.
• Coordinate with other groups to ensure that assigned E&C renewable generation substation projects are successful, representing E&C’s internal and external interests on assigned projects, including presentations/briefings on current progress, issues, and risk mitigation in meetings with various levels of management.

Qualifications

• Certified Professional Engineer (PE)
• Six Sigma Black Belt Certified
• Six Sigma Green Belt Certified
• Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certified
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil/Structural engineering
• 4+ years’ experience in substation design and engineering of high‑voltage substation projects is helpful.
• Project engineering and project management experience.
• PMP and/or P.E. in a related discipline.
• Some travel required within North America.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and income protection benefits
• 401(k) savings plan
• Paid vacation for qualifying positions

Base salary range: $45.00/hr to $50.00/hr, dependent upon experience, qualifications, and skills.

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