The Principal Substation Engineer is a technical leader responsible for all aspects of substation design, construction, and operation.
They serve as the subject matter expert, overseeing projects, managing contractors, and ensuring standards compliance.
The role involves developing and updating substation standards, mentoring engineers, and integrating innovative technologies such as renewable energy and grid modernization.
The engineer represents the discipline in cross-departmental and compliance meetings, participates in industry organizations, and supports project planning and cost estimation.
Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Engineering (advanced degree preferred), PE license (preferred), and 10+ years of relevant experience.
Skills include strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving, proficiency in design software, and broad knowledge of substation systems and industry standards.