Senior Substation Physical Engineer - REMOTE

ICF International • Charlotte, NC

82d • $118,730 - $201,840 • Remote

About The Position

ICF is seeking a Senior Substation Physical Engineer to lead the design and execution of high-voltage substation projects (typically 69kV to 500kV) with the goal of providing excellent quality work for our clients. We are a relentlessly client-focused group who are re-imagining, re-designing, and re-engineering the way electric utilities tackle industry problems. We are seeking passionate and innovative people who are constantly looking for ways to provide better quality engineering services for our clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (focus in power systems preferred).
• 8+ years of experience in substation physical design for electric utilities.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar design tool.
• Familiarity with substation design standards and practices (IEEE, NESC, utility specs).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and mentor junior staff.
• Strong initiative and leadership qualities to support career advancement.
• Experience leading substation projects modelled in 3D using Autodesk Inventor.
• Familiarity with substation grounding studies and CDEGS.
• Familiarity with Agi32 illumination software.
• Advanced user of Microsoft products, specifically Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the design and preparation of substation physical design drawings including Substation One Line and Three Line, Station General Arrangements & Sections, Electrical Details, Grounding Plan & Details, Conduit Plan & Details, Control Cubicle Layout, Sections, Cable Tray, Lighting, and Grounding, Low-Voltage AC Panels, Grounding Plan & Details, Lightning Protection, Illumination Plan & Details.
• Lead the design and preparation of engineering studies such as AC Load, Illumination, Grounding, Lightning Shielding.
• Development of Bill of Materials based on Design Criteria.
• Coordination with protection & controls, civil / structural, and drafting disciplines to ensure quality deliverables.
• Support client meetings, technical discussions, and project planning efforts.
• Participate in site visits and constructability reviews.
• Interpreting and incorporating vendor information into design deliverables.
• Apply client standards related to the work.
• Perform/ensure company's Quality assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes are being followed on all design packages.
• Ensure compliance with industry codes (e.g., IEEE, NESC, NEC) and utility standards.
• Continuous improvement of job-related engineering, technical and professional knowledge, skills, and performance.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers.
• Demonstrate leadership potential to support transition into a Supervising Engineer.

Benefits

• Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance.
• Donation matching, volunteer opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources.
• 401k matching.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees