Sr. Substation Engineer

Actuator Technology Company - ATC•Pewaukee, WI

22h

About The Position

Summary of Responsibilities: We’re looking for a Substation Engineer who’s ready to take ownership of complex electrical infrastructure projects and make a visible impact on the reliability and future of the power system. In this role, you’ll lead the engineering behind substation and transmission line projects—from early planning and design through construction support—while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating across the organization. If you enjoy solving complex problems, influencing technical decisions, and seeing your designs come to life in the field, this role offers both challenge and purpose. Essential Responsibilities: What You’ll Do As a Substation Engineer, you’ll serve as a technical leader and trusted partner throughout the project lifecycle:

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
Experience in transmission, distribution, power generation, or design engineering
Strong understanding of cross-functional collaboration and business acumen
Proven ability to manage and review work performed by external engineering consultants
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, tailored to technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to interpret and apply codes, standards, regulations, and technical documentation
Strong project management and prioritization skills
High attention to detail and commitment to quality
Willingness to be coached, adapt to change, and challenge conventional thinking to find better solutions

Nice To Haves

Electrical Engineering with a Power Systems emphasis preferred (or equivalent experience)
Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred

Responsibilities

Lead engineering project planning, scope development, design, and execution for electrical substation and transmission line projects
Develop and review calculations, drawings, specifications, and construction documents in alignment with company, industry, and regulatory standards
Oversee equipment and material specification, procurement, and engineering evaluations
Support feasibility and conceptual studies, including cost estimates, schedules, scope definition, and documentation of assumptions and lessons learned
Provide technical support during construction, partnering closely with Project Managers and Construction Managers to resolve field issues
Review and provide technical oversight of work performed by internal engineering staff and external consultants
Mentor and develop junior engineers through coaching, training, and design reviews
Manage external engineering contracts, ensuring quality deliverables and adherence to contract terms
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver customer-focused, results-driven solutions