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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in leading transmission and distribution substation projects, providing technical guidance in design, protection and control integration, and power delivery systems. Strong ability to mentor engineers, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and foster client relationships while ensuring adherence to industry standards.
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Bachelor's Degree In Electrical EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) LicenseExperience With Transmission And Distribution Substation ProjectsProficiency In AutoCAD, MicroStation, ETAP, Aspen, CAPEKnowledge Of IEEE, NESC, And NEC Standards
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Hard Skills
Electrical Engineering PrinciplesSubstation Physical DesignProtection And Control SystemsGrounding SystemsPower Delivery InfrastructureOne-Line DiagramsEquipment SpecificationsConstruction PackagesFault Current EvaluationsSCADA Integration
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsLeadership SkillsClient Relationship SkillsMentoring AbilitiesCollaboration Skills
Certifications & Qualifications
Professional Engineer (PE) License
Industry Keywords
Utility InfrastructureRenewable EnergyGrid ModernizationEnergy TransitionTechnical Leadership
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead the engineering and design of transmission and distribution substation projects for utility, renewable energy, and industrial clients
- Provide technical guidance and oversight for substation physical design, protection and control integration, grounding systems, equipment layouts, and power delivery infrastructure
- Develop and review one-line diagrams, protection schemes, equipment specifications, construction packages, and design documentation
- Apply engineering expertise across planning, conceptual design, detailed design, procurement, and construction support
- Support engineering studies and analyses related to grounding, equipment sizing, fault current evaluations, and substation design
- Build standards across processes and practices
- Lead engineering tasks and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams
- Support project planning, resource coordination, technical reviews, and project execution
- Provide technical oversight for substation upgrades, expansions, brownfield modifications, and greenfield projects
- Collaborate with project managers to identify and mitigate risks
- Support construction through technical consultation, design clarifications, and field-issue resolution
- Build relationships with utility, renewable energy, and industrial clients
- Participate in client meetings, technical workshops, presentations, and project reviews
- Support proposal development, scope definition, cost estimates, and pursuit efforts
- Identify opportunities to expand services and strengthen client partnerships
- Collaborate with regional and national teams on strategic growth initiatives
- Mentor engineers and designers and support technical development and knowledge sharing
- Collaborate with civil, structural, transmission, protection and control, and program management teams
- Contribute to engineering best practices and continuous improvement initiatives
- Foster technical excellence, innovation, safety, and collaboration
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline with +10 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Experience supporting transmission and distribution substation projects
- Experience with electrical engineering principles, utility infrastructure, and power delivery systems
- Experience leading engineering tasks, reviewing technical deliverables, and coordinating project teams
- Experience and knowledge working with IEEE, NESC, and NEC standards and codes
- Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, ETAP, Aspen, CAPE, or similar engineering and design tools
- Willingness to travel periodically for project, client, and team needs
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this role, now or in the future
- Advanced degree in Engineering or a related technical field (preferred)
- Strong communication, leadership, and client relationship skills
- Experience supporting utility, renewable energy, grid modernization, or energy transition projects
- Experience mentoring engineers and contributing to technical leadership initiatives
- Familiarity with substation physical design, protection and control systems, SCADA integration, or related power system applications
Benefits
Comp & perks- Remote/hybrid work flexibility
- Opportunities to work on industry-leading energy projects
- Access to a global network of technical experts
- Career growth, leadership development, and professional training opportunities
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits
- Paid time off
- Leaves of absences
- Voluntary benefits and perks
- Flexible work options
- Well-being resources
- Employee assistance program
- Business travel insurance
- Service recognition awards
- Retirement savings plan
- Employee stock purchase plan
- In-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location