Substation Engineering Lead

Vantage Point Solutions

. Lead and manage multiple substation projects from planning through construction and commissioning .

Posted 10/20/2026full-timeRemote • Alabama • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electric utility substation design and engineering, including project management, regulatory compliance, and technical leadership. Proven ability to develop and mentor engineering teams while ensuring project delivery aligns with safety and quality standards.

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Electric Utility Substation DesignProject ManagementProfessional Engineer (PE) LicenseSubstation Protection And Control SystemsRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Substation DesignGrounding SystemsSCADA IntegrationElectrical DesignQuality AssuranceEngineering Cost EstimatesField Engineering SupportSystem AssessmentsConstruction DrawingsTechnical Leadership

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsTeam CollaborationClient EngagementMentoring And Training

Tools & Technologies

Industry-Standard Software For Substation DesignModeling And Analysis ToolsConstruction Requirements Documentation

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree In Electrical Engineering (BSEE) Or Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET)Active Professional Engineer (PE) License

Industry Keywords

NESCIEEEANSIRUS RequirementsOSHA RequirementsElectric Utility OperationsTransmission SystemsDistribution SystemsAMIOMS Platforms

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage multiple substation projects from planning through construction and commissioning
Provide technical leadership, project oversight, and client engagement for electric utility substation projects
Conduct quality assurance and quality control reviews throughout project delivery
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with technical, regulatory, and safety standards
Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and engineering cost estimates
Perform system-wide planning studies and system assessments related to substation capacity, reliability, and system performance
Develop, review, and approve complete substation designs, including physical layouts, electrical design, grounding systems, equipment selection, bus configurations, structural steel, protection and control systems, relay schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA integration, and bills of material
Deliver full construction drawings (IFC) and bid packages (IFB)
Prepare equipment specifications, material specifications, and construction requirements
Professionally seal for-construction substation, protection and controls, and grounding system designs
Use industry-standard software for substation design, planning, modeling, and analysis
Support permitting, regulatory compliance, and engineering documentation
Develop substation protection and control settings
Establish and maintain relationships with clients, contractors, utility personnel, and internal team members
Serve as a technical advisor to utility clients
Provide field engineering support during construction, commissioning, outage restoration, and emergency response
Assist clients with engineering questions, operational challenges, strategic planning, regulatory reporting, and compliance
Mentor, train, and develop engineers and technical staff
Develop a high-performing engineering team and foster collaboration, accountability, and technical excellence
Support business development, recruiting, onboarding, professional development, and process improvement initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET) from an ABET-accredited institution, preferably with an emphasis in Power Systems
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license
Ability to obtain licensure in other states through reciprocity within a reasonable timeframe
Minimum of 10 years of experience in electric utility substation design and engineering
Minimum of 2 years of engineering leadership experience with direct supervisory responsibilities
Demonstrated success working with utility personnel, construction contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams
Strong knowledge of substation design, protection and controls, grounding systems, SCADA integration, and utility construction practices
Thorough understanding of NESC, IEEE, ANSI, and RUS requirements
Working knowledge of OSHA requirements applicable to substations and the electric utility industry
Broad understanding of electric utility operations, including transmission, substations, distribution systems, protection and control systems, SCADA, AMI, and OMS platforms
Ability and willingness to perform field work, including walking on uneven or rough terrain, visiting active construction sites, and working in varying weather conditions
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to communicate technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with clients, contractors, utility personnel, regulatory agencies, and internal team members
Strong problem-solving skills, sound engineering judgment, and attention to detail
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
Authorized to work in the United States
Ability to successfully pass background checks, driving record reviews, drug screening requirements, and client-specific screening processes as required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities
Other benefits designed to support employee well-being and success