Substation Engineer Jobs in the United States

PEAK Technical Staffing

$58.82 - $69.85

Reading, PA

Perform substation grounding calculations and studies, lightning protection and insulation coordination, lighting, bus calculations, transformer and bus sizing calculations, fault calculations, and AC and DC auxiliary system sizing calculations. Ideal candidate should have strong interpersonal and written communication skills that permit working efficiently alongside other senior substation engineers and designers in a team setting.

PEAK Technical Staffing

$69.85 - $84.56

Reading, PA

Perform substation grounding calculations and studies, lightning protection and insulation coordination, lighting, bus calculations, transformer and bus sizing calculations, fault calculations, and AC and DC auxiliary system sizing calculations. Ideal candidate should have strong interpersonal and written communication skills that permit working efficiently alongside other senior substation engineers and designers in a team setting.

Gables Search Group

Houston, TX

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field from an ABET-accredited program, plus 7+ years of substation or related project experience (consulting experience preferred); or. Lead the creation of complete substation design packages, including layouts, protective relaying, control systems, grounding, lightning analysis, lighting, and security.

Leidos

$107900 - $195050

Seven Fields, PA

Utilities and mobile operators rely on our Power Delivery Services Team for reliable power and telecommunication expertise, as reflected through our work with more than 50 investor-owned utilities, more than 160 municipals/cooperatives, as well as a growing number of mobile operators, local utility providers and private developers. Leidos seeks the best and the brightest, and in return, we invest in you, with an eye on your future, through career advancement, growth opportunities and continuous improvement via mentoring, formal and informal project management training and assistance with obtaining pertinent certifications.

Leidos

$69550 - $125725

Seven Fields, PA

Utilities and mobile operators rely on our Power Delivery Services Team for reliable power and telecommunication expertise, as reflected through our work with more than 50 investor-owned utilities, more than 160 municipals/cooperatives, as well as a growing number of mobile operators, local utility providers and private developers. Leidos seeks the best and the brightest, and in return, we invest in you, with an eye on your future, through career advancement, growth opportunities and continuous improvement via mentoring, formal and informal project management training and assistance with obtaining pertinent certifications.

Leidos

$87100 - $157450

Orlando, FL

Utilities and mobile operators rely on our Power Delivery Services Team for reliable power and telecommunication expertise, as reflected through our work with more than 50 investor-owned utilities, more than 160 municipals/cooperatives, as well as a growing number of mobile operators, local utility providers and private developers. Leidos seeks the best and the brightest, and in return, we invest in you, with an eye on your future, through career advancement, growth opportunities and continuous improvement via mentoring, formal and informal project management training and assistance with obtaining pertinent certifications.

Leidos

$107900 - $195050

Framingham, MA

Utilities and mobile operators rely on our Power Delivery Services Team for reliable power and telecommunication expertise, as reflected through our work with more than 50 investor-owned utilities, more than 160 municipals/cooperatives, as well as a growing number of mobile operators, local utility providers and private developers. Leidos seeks the best and the brightest, and in return, we invest in you, with an eye on your future, through career advancement, growth opportunities and continuous improvement via mentoring, formal and informal project management training and assistance with obtaining pertinent certifications.

Leidos

$107900 - $195050

Framingham, MA

Utilities and mobile operators rely on our Power Delivery Services Team for reliable power and telecommunication expertise, as reflected through our work with more than 50 investor-owned utilities, more than 160 municipals/cooperatives, as well as a growing number of mobile operators, local utility providers and private developers. Leidos seeks the best and the brightest, and in return, we invest in you, with an eye on your future, through career advancement, growth opportunities and continuous improvement via mentoring, formal and informal project management training and assistance with obtaining pertinent certifications.

Leidos

$69550 - $125725

Orlando, FL

Utilities and mobile operators rely on our Power Delivery Services Team for reliable power and telecommunication expertise, as reflected through our work with more than 50 investor-owned utilities, more than 160 municipals/cooperatives, as well as a growing number of mobile operators, local utility providers and private developers. Leidos seeks the best and the brightest, and in return, we invest in you, with an eye on your future, through career advancement, growth opportunities and continuous improvement via mentoring, formal and informal project management training and assistance with obtaining pertinent certifications.

Leidos

$107900 - $195050

Portland, OR

These consulting services provide clients with overall project management tasks in the areas of comprehensive engineering design of electrical transmission and distribution, substation and transmission line projects nationwide. March 31, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Gables Search Group

$120000 - $150000

Morristown, NJ

Execute substation engineering deliverables including physical layouts, grounding systems, raceways, auxiliary power, and protection & control designs. Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program and at least 3 years of relevant experience (Master’s with 2 years also acceptable).

Gables Search Group

St Louis, MO

This role focuses on delivering electrical protection & control and physical substation designs, ranging from small distribution facility upgrades to large transmission projects. We are recruiting on behalf of a global engineering and consulting client for an Electrical Engineer – Substation to support projects across the U.S. and internationally.

System One

Houston, TX

This role is ideal for mid- to senior-level engineers with strong technical expertise in power delivery who are looking to take on greater responsibility in design execution, coordination, and client support. System One LLC is seeking an experienced Substation Electrical Engineer to support the design and delivery of high-voltage and extra-high-voltage substations and transmission systems.

Jobot

$95000 - $160000

Springfield, MO

You will be involved in all physical design aspects of substation projects including completing detailed scoping documents, material specification, performing common substation design functions including design for electrical equipment layouts, rigid bus, fire protection, grounding systems, lightning protection, lighting, cable and conduit systems, control building layouts, and bills of material, as well as interfacing with the CAD department for creation of construction drawings. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.

Per Se Group

$60 - $70

Houston, TX

As a Substation Physical Designer, you will be working in a project team environment with engineers and other designers involved in high and extra high voltage substation design. An associate’s degree in Drafting, and/or a bachelor’s degree in engineering technology, and/or a high school diploma and 3 or more years drafting course work or equivalent technical experience.

V-Soft Consulting Group, Inc.

Fairfield, CA

V-Soft Consulting is currently hiring for a Senior Electrical Substation Design Engineer/Manager for our premier client in Fairfield, California. For more information or to view all our open jobs, please visit www.vsoftconsulting.com or call (844) 425-8425.

Jobot

$115000 - $150000

Moses Lake, WA

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Kforce Inc.

$63 - $68

Juno Beach, FL

Support Transmission Services during review of interconnection documentation including system impact studies, facility studies, reactive and harmonic studies and Interconnection agreements and ensures that Transmission Owner requirements and E&C engineering design are consistent and in compliance with all ISO requirements and incorporated into the project design; Must be able to work with and communicate often to the respective transmission owners/operators/ISOs to ensure project deliverables will meet specific off-taker requirements, are timely and accurate. Coordination with other groups to ensure that the assigned E&C substation projects are successful; Generally responsible for representing E&C's internal and external interests on assigned projects, including presentations/briefing on current progress, issues, and risk mitigation in meetings with various levels of management.

Jobot

$120000 - $180000

Aurora, CO

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Manpower Engineering

Pleasant Hill, CA

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

Manpower Engineering

$85000 - $100000

Theodore, AL

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

US Tech Solutions, Inc.

$32 - $37

Birmingham, AL

The Designer will produce engineering drawings using AutoCAD, AutoDesk 3D Inventor or Autodesk Map 3D (P4A), produce specifications and material requirements for substation projects with emphasis on safety, quality, scheduling, and costs. Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology degree -OR- Associate Degree with at least 5 years of related industry experience -OR- High school diploma with significant related industry experience of at least 8 years.

Exelon

$72800 - $100100

Washington, DC

Assists experienced engineers in developing studies, plans, criteria, specifications, calculations, evaluations, design documents, performance assessments, integrated systems analysis, cost estimates, budgets, associated with the planning, design, licensing, construction, operation, and maintenance of Exelon's electric generation, transmission, distribution, gas and telecommunication facilities/systems. We are a Fortune 200 company, 19,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).

Exelon

$84800 - $116600

Washington, DC

We are a Fortune 200 company, 20,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10.7 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco). Performs engineering tasks associated with large projects or a number of small projects (e.g., analyze and interpret the results of complex power flows and perform complex engineering tests, and analyze non-specific and ambiguous results) .

PEAK Technical Staffing

$73.53 - $84.56

Reading, PA

Independently perform tasks that typically include: Technical execution of complex protection and control project assignments applied to both brownfield and greenfield Power Networks projects for various clients. Ideal candidate should have strong interpersonal and written communication skills that permit working efficiently alongside senior substation engineers and designers in a team setting.

PEAK Technical Staffing

$66.18 - $77.21

Reading, PA

Independently perform tasks that typically include: Technical execution of complex protection and control project assignments applied to both brownfield and greenfield for Power Networks projects for various clients. Ideal candidate should have strong interpersonal and written communication skills that permit working efficiently alongside senior substation engineers and designers in a team setting.

*US AMR-Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

Colorado City, TX

Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.

*US AMR-Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

Colorado City, TX

Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.

Iconma

Olive Township, MI

Typical devices encountered will be programmable automation controllers, communications devices, network devices, remote terminal units (RTU), protective and control relays, meters, transformer monitors/controllers, transducers and generic controls for intelligent electrical devices (IEDs), etc. Responsibilities:The Engineer will be responsible for the engineering and integration of hardware and software for programmable/configurable devices, substation network devices and legacy electrical devices in electric substations and on electric lines.

Powell Industries

Houston, TX

Accountable for the planning, managing, and monitoring the project lifecycle to ensure projects are executed within their scope, schedule, budget, quality level, and targeted benefit realization — the project lifecycle includes, from the requirement phase through project retirement closeout. • Accountable for facilitating project cost reporting, scheduling, work breakdown structure establishment, project set-up and closeout, and field progress tracking specific to construction and construction related activities or program level activities as required.

PEAK Technical Staffing

$67 - $86.5

Fort Worth, TX

You will collaborate closely with Client Account Managers and sales teams on strategic pursuits and play a key role in expanding energy transition initiatives. Candidate Privacy To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://peaktechnical.com/privacy-policy/and https://peaktechnical.com/ca-residents-privacy-rights/

Iconma

Reno, NV

Provides civil engineering expertise to develop substation/civil plans for sitework including grading, off-site improvements, drainage facilities, fencing and block walls, and landscaping. Responsibilities:Provides comprehensive civil/structural engineering design services for substation and/or transmission facilities, and to ensure that these facilities are constructed on schedule and within committed resource allocations.

Iconma

Jackson, MI

Typical devices encountered will be programmable automation controllers, communications devices, network devices, remote terminal units (RTU), protective and control relays, meters, transformer monitors/controllers, transducers and generic controls for intelligent electrical devices (IEDs), etc. Further, the position requires someone with a dedicated interest in the integration, connectivity design, networking, programming and configuration of intelligent electrical devices.

Constellation Energy

$118800 - $132000

Gibsonia, PA

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Electrical Engineer with a strong background in high voltage transmission power, substation design, data center primary power infrastructure, on-site power generation and distribution, as well as solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery storage systems. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining reliable power solutions that support critical infrastructure and advanced energy systems.

PEAK Technical Staffing

Downers Grove, IL

Design and supervise electrical power and controls bid package drawings, including 480VAC and 120VAC single line diagrams and electrical power and control plan layouts. Candidate Privacy To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://peaktechnical.com/privacy-policy/and https://peaktechnical.com/ca-residents-privacy-rights/

PEAK Technical Staffing

Bellaire, TX

We are seeking a senior-level civil engineer to lead our expansion into the mission-critical and data center market, including future integration with advanced energy infrastructure such as modular reactors, on-site power generation, and large-scale substations. You will serve as the face of our Data Center Civil Engineering Practice, bringing expertise, relationships, and leadership to build a high-performing, fast-moving business vertical.

Kforce Inc.

$45 - $50

Juno Beach, FL

SummaryL Project engineering responsibilities span the full project lifecycle-from initial concept definition through final commissioning-and require ongoing coordination with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, including environmental, procurement, transmission services, and project management teams across both early stage development and active construction. The successful candidate will have experience applying value engineering principles to balance reliability, cost, and performance for complex systems, along with a solid working knowledge of relevant engineering disciplines, including electrical, structural, civil, and materials engineering.

Kforce Inc.

$52 - $56

Juno Beach, FL

Responsibilities include planning, designing, and managing energy storage projects, selecting equipment, coordinating engineering resources, supporting logistics, and consulting across teams. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs.

System One

$70 - $72

Denver, CO

Coordinate with construction teams to execute project tasks, manage schedules, and ensure effective communication with all stakeholders including construction and substation maintenance teams. Perform troubleshooting, initiate projects, order materials, and develop or adjust designs (brownfield projects, no greenfield design).

Axelon Services Corporation

Oakbrook Terrace, IL

Minimum 5 years of experience in system protection schemes, relay selection, primary equipment interface requirements, operational analysis, communication systems, and maintenance practices for transmission, distribution, and generation protection applications at both AIS and GIS substations. Perform applicable design calculations required for DC battery and charger sizing, voltage drop calculations, aux AC power design, and to define CT and PT/CCVT parameters to be specified.

Leidos

$107900 - $195050

Framingham, MA

Utilities consistently come to Leidos for reliable power expertise, as reflected through our work with more than 75 investor-owned utilities and more than 100 municipals/cooperatives across the country as well as a growing number of private developers. Our services include engineering, planning, project management, construction management, and commissioning for electric power substations and transmission and distribution lines; protection and controls design; and electrification programs.

Modesto Irrigation District

$149614.4 - $191526.4

Modesto, CA

The Modesto Irrigation District is currently recruiting to fill one full-time regular position in the Electric Engineering Department, Transmission & Distribution Division, to organize, assign, and review the work of staff engaged in professional and technical electrical engineering activities related to the planning, design, and construction of transmission, distribution, and substation facilities; perform duties requiring specialized knowledge; and provide administrative support to the Electrical Engineering Manager and Assistant General Manager, Transmission and Distribution. In addition to advanced journey technical competence, the ideal candidate will be solutions-oriented and have a demonstrated track record of effectively leading and mentoring teams of professional/technical staff, working collaboratively with others to deliver accurate and timely projects, contributing to a positive organizational culture, and building collaborative relationships with customers and other stakeholders.

Axelon Services Corporation

Pleasant Hill, CA

Evaluate interoperability, control features, and communication/protocol aspects of IEC’s serving as protection relays. Ensure high-quality design of protection schemes for T&D substations, Data Centers, Industrial, BESS applications.

Indotronix International Corporation

$60 - $64

Tulsa, OK

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (non-ABET), plus a Professional Engineers (PE) license in any state of the U.S. Bachelor’s degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master’s degree in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor’s program. Has typically acquired 4-6 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering in a program accredited by ABET, Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico is encouraged and preferred.

Jobot

$110000 - $175000

Milwaukee, WI

With expertise in project management, process design, mechanical, electrical, and chemical engineering, as well as instrumentation and controls integration, the team consistently provides innovative, cost-effective, and high-quality engineering outcomes tailored to client needs. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.

Jobot

$80000 - $125000

Beckley, WV

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Oglethorpe Power

Tucker, GA

Assists with engineering reviews relating to EMS functions such as databases design and integrity, communications integrity, metering data timeliness and quality, and other related systems ability to provide quality and timeliness of information. This representation allows the generation and transmission control room operators the ability to economically dispatch generation, monitor facilities, control high side protective and sectionalizing devices, monitor alarms and events, collect and present accurate, reliable data in real-time.

Jobot

$180000 - $210000

Dallas, TX

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Oglethorpe Power

Tucker, GA

Equivalent Experience: Engineer IIIAssociates degree in related field or a Bachelor's Degree in an unrelated field with 10+ years of experience with significant responsibilities related to security operations, such as Security Patch Management, Configuration Management, Firewall Management, Disaster Recovery, Incident Management, and Information Management, OR. Engineer IV - VAssociates degree in related field or a Bachelor's Degree in an unrelated field with 13+ years of experience with significant responsibilities related to security operations, such as Security Patch Management, Configuration Management, Firewall Management, Disaster Recovery, Incident Management, and Information Management, OR.

Oglethorpe Power

Tucker, GA

Engineer IIIAssociates degree in related field or a Bachelor's Degree in an unrelated field with 10+ years of experience with significant responsibilities related to security operations, such as Security Patch Management, Configuration Management, Firewall Management, Disaster Recovery, Incident Management, and Information Management, OR. Equivalent Experience: Engineer IAssociates degree in related field or a Bachelor's Degree in an unrelated field with 6+ years of experience with significant responsibilities related to security operations, such as Security Patch Management, Configuration Management, Firewall Management, Disaster Recovery, Incident Management, and Information Management, OR.