Senior Substation Engineer

Quality Technology Services•Richmond, VA

About The Position

The Senior Substation Engineer will support the overall design and execution of QTS utility infrastructure. This role will support the delivery of utility capacity at each campus for data center substation and utility build projects. This role will interface and collaborate with many critical stakeholders, including but not limited to: energy leaders responsible for utility contracts and negotiations; utility engagement developing relationships with utilities; pre-development leads evaluating new properties; operations leaders managing load growth projections; and development team project leaders planning and building new data centers and substations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Other duties may be assigned. Lead design life cycle of high voltage substations performed under EPC contracts, including studies, procurements, and development of construction deliverables. Provide technical guidance and decisions to support development, design, and installation of high voltage substations. Oversee the construction, installation, and commissioning of substation equipment and systems. Identify project execution risks and develop associated mitigation plans. Lead operational initiatives to improve execution success at program level. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to substation operations. Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and contractors to meet project timelines and budgets. Prepare technical reports, specifications, and documentation for substation projects. Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and regulatory requirements. Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations. Provide technical support and training to junior engineers and field personnel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) and/or Engineer in Training (EIT) registration.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in substation engineering or a related field.
Proficient in substation design software
Strong knowledge of substation equipment, including transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear, and protective relays. This should include 15kV through 500kV.
Familiarity with industry standards and codes (e.g., IEEE, NESC, ANSI, NEC).
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Willingness to travel up to 25% to project sites as needed.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
15 Years of experience in substation engineering or a related field.
Knowledge of electric transmission systems and design

Responsibilities

Lead design life cycle of high voltage substations performed under EPC contracts, including studies, procurements, and development of construction deliverables.
Provide technical guidance and decisions to support development, design, and installation of high voltage substations.
Oversee the construction, installation, and commissioning of substation equipment and systems.
Identify project execution risks and develop associated mitigation plans.
Lead operational initiatives to improve execution success at program level.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to substation operations.
Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and contractors to meet project timelines and budgets.
Prepare technical reports, specifications, and documentation for substation projects.
Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and regulatory requirements.
Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
Provide technical support and training to junior engineers and field personnel.