Senior Electrical Engineer, Physical Substation Design

Asplundh Engineering Services, LLC•Atlanta, GA

7d•Remote

About The Position

As a Senior Substation Physical Design Engineer, you will lead teams and/or contribute to project teams to develop custom engineering solutions that directly support our customers’ toughest challenges. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, evolving industry and wants to make a visible impact through technical excellence and innovative thinking. This position includes a remote work schedule, giving you the freedom to contribute meaningfully—without relocating—while teaming up with a dynamic, nationwide crew that collaborates seamlessly across time zones. Candidates responding to this posting must independently possess the eligibility to work in the United States, for any employer, at the date of hire. This position is ineligible for employment Visa sponsorship.

Requirements

8+ years of experience in high and medium voltage design engineering
Knowledge of applicable NEC, NESC, and IEEE/ANSI standards
Design experience in transmission, substation, distribution, or generation
Design experience in medium and high voltage renewable generation interconnections
Experience with electrical equipment such as: MV and LV switchgear, pad mount transformers, Station Class Transformers, panel boards, breakers, protective relays, inverter, battery, battery chargers, disconnect switches, surge arrestors, dead front disconnect switch, medium voltage cable, low voltage cable, control cable, fiber optic cable
Proficiency in computers using Microsoft programs
AutoCAD & REVIT experience
Project management software experience
Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
B.S. in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
Engineer in Training (EIT) professional certification, Registered PE preferred

Nice To Haves

M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field

Responsibilities

The conceptual, preliminary and final detailed design of new, upgraded and expanded medium voltage and high voltage systems including: Electrical Arrangement, Electrical Sections (Elevations), Electrical Connection Details, Below Grade Conduit Plan and Details, Cable Trench Plan and Details, Equipment Grounding Plan and Details, Lightning Protection Plan, Outdoor Illumination Plan, Detailed Bill of Material, Electrical Grounding
Specification and purchase of equipment
Design and construction estimates
Working on project teams supporting all quality and project management goals
Leading, planning, and coordinating projects with limited supervision
Understanding and delivering results based on client specific standards and requirements
Training and developing junior personnel
Leading project teams and interfacing with the customer to deliver a quality product by scheduled delivery date
Act as the OE (Owner’s Engineer) responsible for reviewing designs and supplying design team with requested information to complete a project
Maintain and update engineering standards to ensure high quality products
Assist with Project management to deliver projects on time and within budget
Work with Clients, Salesman, Managers and Engineers to coordinate project designs
Work with sub-consultant(s) to coordinate deliverables

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one
Retirement plan to help you secure your future
Company‑provided life insurance for added peace of mind
Supplemental life insurance options, including spouse and child coverage
A variety of voluntary Aflac supplemental insurance programs
Long‑term disability coverage
Pre‑paid legal plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support personal and professional well‑being
Paid time off to recharge and refresh
Paid holidays
Access to employee discount programs and helpful resources