Senior Lead Substation Engineer – Transmission and Distribution

AECOM

. Lead the engineering and design of transmission and distribution substation projects for utility, renewable energy, and industrial clients .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • New Mexico • United StatesSenior💰 $185,000 - $235,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading transmission and distribution substation projects, providing technical guidance in design and engineering, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Capable of mentoring teams and fostering client relationships while supporting project execution and strategic growth initiatives.

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Bachelor's Degree In Electrical EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) LicenseExperience With Transmission And Distribution Substation ProjectsFamiliarity With IEEE, NESC, And NEC StandardsExperience With Engineering And Design Software

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Hard Skills

Electrical Engineering PrinciplesSubstation Physical DesignProtection And Control SystemsGrounding SystemsPower Delivery InfrastructureEngineering Studies And AnalysesOne-Line DiagramsFault Current EvaluationsConstruction PackagesTechnical Oversight

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsLeadership SkillsClient Relationship SkillsMentoring AbilitiesCollaboration Skills

Tools & Technologies

AutoCADMicroStationETAPAspenCAPESCADA Integration

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) LicenseAdvanced Degree In Engineering (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Utility InfrastructureRenewable EnergyGrid ModernizationEnergy Transition ProjectsTechnical Leadership Initiatives

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
Support development and review of 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
Stay current with technologies, industry standards, and utility practices related to substations and grid modernization
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

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline with +12 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 engineering and design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, ETAP, Aspen, CAPE, or similar tools
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a remote environment
Willingness to travel periodically for project, client, and team needs
Sponsorship is not available for this role
Relocation is not available for this role
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 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
Occasional travel based on project and client needs