Senior Substation Engineer

Luzco Technologies • St. Louis, MO

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About The Position

The Senior Substation Engineer designs and delivers high-voltage substation projects, contributing to work from concept through construction. The role leads physical and electrical design, solves technical challenges, works with utility clients and project teams, and supports design reviews and quality initiatives to ensure deliverables meet client expectations and industry standards. It also includes mentoring less experienced engineers and designers and supporting construction, testing, and commissioning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience supporting the design of utility substation projects.
• Working knowledge of substation physical and/or electrical design principles.
• Ability to develop and review engineering drawings, calculations, specifications, and construction documents.
• Understanding of applicable industry codes and standards, including NEC, NESC, IEEE, ANSI, and NEMA.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, designers, project managers, clients, and field personnel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% as needed to support projects and client needs.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with high-voltage substation design projects.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers or providing technical leadership.
• Familiarity with utility clients and industry standards.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward licensure.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of new and upgraded high-voltage substations ranging from 32.4kV to 500kV.
• Develop physical and electrical engineering deliverables, including one-line diagrams, yard layouts, conduit and cable plans, relay panel arrangements, and bills of material.
• Prepare engineering and construction documents for substation expansion, replacement, modernization, and protection projects.
• Perform engineering calculations, including voltage drop, CT burden and saturation, lighting, and short circuit calculations.
• Develop and modify technical specifications for major substation equipment, such as transformers, breakers, and control houses.
• Collaborate with project managers, designers, clients, and field personnel to deliver engineering solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers and designers.
• Support engineering activities during construction, testing, and commissioning.
• Participate in design reviews and quality checks to ensure accuracy, constructability, and compliance with project requirements.
• Travel as needed to support projects and client needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Competitive 401(k) match.
• Generous paid time off.
• Student loan repayment assistance.
• Employee recognition platform.
• Flexible scheduling arranged with a supervisor.
• Support for continuing education and certifications.
• Paid time off for volunteering.
• Weekly happy hours, team lunches, a stocked kitchen, dogs in the office, and a casual dress code.

What This Job Offers

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