Senior Substation Engineer

Electric Power Engineers • Austin, TX

22h • Remote

About The Position

Electric Power Engineers (EPE) is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer for detailed substation design engineering across utility-scale and distributed energy projects, including solar PV, battery energy storage systems, wind, hybrid power, microgrids, and EV and data center infrastructure. The role works within project teams alongside engineers and designers to design, modify, and analyze electrical systems. It may be performed remotely from anywhere in the United States, with occasional travel of 10% or less.

The position involves developing and overseeing detailed substation and collection system designs, preparing and reviewing technical documents and drawings, specifying electrical equipment, evaluating vendor submissions, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams. The engineer is expected to deliver assigned projects on time and meet quality and budget objectives.

EPE provides consulting expertise and energy intelligence software solutions for power and energy clients, with a focus on building a modern, secure, and resilient grid.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• At least six years of electrical engineering experience in utilities, energy systems, or renewable energy.
• Strong knowledge of power systems, grid operations, and utility infrastructure.
• Experience with renewable energy systems, including solar PV, wind, and battery storage.
• Experience developing, designing, and checking detailed design drawings and documents for high-voltage substations.
• Must be based in the United States and hold a Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Demonstrated expertise and detailed understanding of analytical tools and software used in the industry.
• Knowledge of industrial standards, codes, and construction practices.
• Strong customer focus for both internal and external customers.
• Attention to detail and comfort working outside one's comfort zone.
• Proactive approach to learning new technology and engineering knowledge.
• Experience using AI and automation tools responsibly to improve quality, productivity, and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Develop initial substation design concepts and oversee the review or creation of detailed designs, including layouts, elevations, single-line diagrams, ground grid design, lightning protection, AC and DC control schematics, wiring connections, cable schedules, raceway arrangements, and bills of materials.
• Perform and review detailed electrical design for generation, transmission, and distribution projects, including substations for renewable energy projects, grid integration, underground distribution systems, industrial electrical plants, and communications technologies.
• Review substation and collection system designs.
• Participate in the EPC request-for-proposal process and develop equipment specifications.
• Prepare technical specifications for electrical components that meet customer needs and applicable standards.
• Evaluate vendor proposals, specifications, and drawings.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, transmission, and system studies teams.
• Independently perform design development, analysis, and review tasks.
• Complete assigned projects on time while meeting project quality and budget objectives.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with 100% premium coverage for the employee.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• MyShare Employee Ownership Program.
• Opportunity to work with industry leaders.
• 401(k) with up to a 4% company match, 100% vested from day one.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior