High Voltage Substation Inspector

Project Solutions Inc. • Denver, CO

86d • $80,000 - $95,000

About The Position

Project Solutions Inc. is seeking a High Voltage Substation Inspector to join a Western Area Power Administration (WAPA), a division of the U.S. Department of Energy, project to support a multi-year initiative to provide Construction Inspection Services across its four operational regions: Upper Great Plains (UGP), Rocky Mountain (RMR), Sierra Nevada (SNR), and Desert Southwest (DSW). These regions span a 15-state area, including portions of the Midwest, Mountain West, and Western U.S. This project supports the construction, renovation, and maintenance of critical federal power infrastructure, including transmission lines, high-voltage substations, civil works, pre-engineered metal buildings, and other facilities. The work ensures compliance with WAPA's construction standards, OSHA regulations, and other federal safety and quality standards. This role is contingent upon award of project.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ experience inspecting or working on high-voltage substation construction or maintenance projects (69 kV to 500 kV).
• Strong knowledge of high-voltage electrical equipment including transformers, breakers, switchgear, bus systems, relays, and grounding.
• Experience verifying protective relaying, SCADA, and substation control wiring preferred.
• Familiarity with WAPA construction standards and federal government construction practices preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of OSHA 1910/1926, NESC, NEC, and applicable federal/state codes.
• OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety training preferred.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification completed or ability to obtain.
• Ability to operate safely within energized substations and enforce federal safety regulations.
• Skilled in interpreting substation drawings, one-line diagrams, wiring schematics, and grounding plans.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and construction reporting tools.
• Strong oral and written communication skills for daily coordination, reporting, and stakeholder interaction.
• Valid driver’s license; able to travel to remote substation locations across WAPA’s multi-state regions.
• Physically capable of walking, climbing, and working in outdoor environments in proximity to energized equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site inspections of high-voltage substations to verify condition, safety, and compliance with WAPA/DOE standards and operational requirements.
• Monitor contractor installation of high-voltage equipment including transformers, breakers, relays, switches, grounding systems, bus structures, and protective devices.
• Verify proper grounding, bonding, insulation, and switching installations in accordance with NESC, NEC, and WAPA safety standards.
• Oversee testing and commissioning activities of substation equipment, ensuring procedures and results align with technical requirements.
• Maintain presence in energized substations during contractor activities for safety and compliance oversight.
• Track daily construction progress and document inspections using WAPA-provided reporting systems.
• Review and interpret substation construction drawings, schematics, one-line diagrams, and equipment specifications; identify discrepancies and coordinate corrections.
• Conduct photo documentation of substation construction activities and prepare inspection logs and bi-weekly reports.
• Support issuance of Special Work Permits and coordinate activities in energized areas to protect personnel and assets.
• Verify contractor adherence to Accident Prevention Plans (APP), Job Hazard Analyses (JHA), and site-specific safety requirements; stop unsafe work when necessary.
• Assist Contracting Officer (CO) and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) with technical evaluations, RFIs, and contractor pay application reviews related to substation work.
• Coordinate with WAPA field engineers and contractors to resolve technical and field issues promptly.

Benefits

• Three options for medical plans plus dental and vision insurance offerings
• 24/7 healthcare access to telehealth services for your convenience
• HSA
• Company life insurance options for you and your family
• Short-term and long-term disability offerings
• $800 monthly allowance to offset your PSI insurance premium costs
• 401(k) with a 4% employer match
• Generous PTO, paid-federal holidays, and sick leave
• Always the opportunity for professional development

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees