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Substation Design Engineer III Johnston Office in RI Hybrid
- Location: Johnston, Rhode Island 02919
- Employment type: W-2 Hourly
- Work model: Hybrid
- Posted 2 days ago
- Job ID: JPC - 211686
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Job Description
Substation Design Engineer III
[About the Role]
Join a leading utility engineering team as a Substation Design Engineer III. This remote position, based near Johnston, RI, empowers you to drive the design, management, and oversight of critical substation projects while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. As the Owner's Engineer, you'll take a lead role in ensuring project excellence, safety, and adherence to industry standards, with opportunities to mentor junior engineers and interface directly with project management and construction teams.
[Responsibilities]
- Lead and execute substation design projects, serving as the key technical authority and ensuring deliverables meet scope, schedule, and quality expectations.
- Review, comment, and provide oversight on work performed by internal and external design contractors.
- Coordinate information between functional groups, design firms, and construction contractors.
- Prepare project estimates, feasibility studies, bill of materials, and technical reports.
- Develop and document project-specific and program standards, including material requirements and cataloging.
- Arrange and conduct pre-design meetings, field walk-downs, and site visits to address constructability, permitting, and environmental concerns.
- Ensure compliance with National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), company safety, and industrial hygiene policies.
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical support to project teams.
- Support project management by guiding engineering processes through established workflows and checkpoints.
- Actively foster a strong safety culture through daily leadership and communication.
- Travel to job sites within the service territory up to five times per year.
[Required Skills and Experience]
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil preferred)
- Minimum 6 years of substation design experience, including electric utility project lifecycle management
- Proficiency with AutoCAD and standard desktop PC applications
- Strong knowledge of NESC and utility safety standards
- Previous experience preparing estimates, feasibility studies, and technical documents
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities effectively
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Valid US driver's license and ability to work in the US without sponsorship
- Ability to work full-time, five days a week at the main office as needed
- Confined space and ladder access capability
[Preferred Skills]
- 10 years of substation design experience
- 3 years of project management experience
[Benefits]
- Flexible remote work with minimal required site visits
- Career growth through technical leadership, mentorship, and cross-functional collaboration
- Exposure to high-impact utility projects
- Supportive, safety-focused team environment
[How to Apply]
Ready to accelerate your engineering career? Submit your application and resume today to join our innovative team shaping the future of utility infrastructure.
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Job details
Job ID JPC - 211686
Location Johnston, Rhode Island, United States
Work Model Hybrid
Employment Type W-2 Hourly
Experience 2-5 years
Industry Energy - Utilities - Gas - Electric
Posted October 22, 2026
Skills designing electric utility
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