Principal Substation Engineer
b19 consulting is recruiting on behalf of a premier engineering firm in the power and utilities sector for the position of Principal Substation Engineer . This newly established role represents a key opportunity for an accomplished engineer to take on technical leadership responsibilities within a growing physical substation design group.
The selected candidate will serve as a trusted technical expert, mentor, and strategic contributor—supporting a wide range of utility and transmission projects while helping to drive innovation and quality across all deliverables.
Base Pay Range
$120,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr
Primary Responsibilities
- Provide oversight and technical direction for substation engineering and design activities.
- Lead multidisciplinary project teams, ensuring compliance with applicable standards, codes, and client specifications.
- Mentor and develop early-career engineers through structured guidance and technical review.
- Oversee complex substation design efforts, including equipment layout, grounding, and structural coordination.
- Drive continuous improvement in project execution, introducing new technologies and design methodologies.
- Support proposal development, technical evaluations, and project planning efforts as required.
- Coordinate effectively with project management, construction, and procurement teams to align technical deliverables with project schedules.
- Engage regularly with internal leadership and clients to provide updates, resolve technical challenges, and ensure client satisfaction.
- Represent the firm in discussions with regulatory agencies, utilities, and professional organizations when needed.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of substation physical or protection & controls engineering experience
- Licensure: Professional Engineer (PE) license and Engineer-in-Training (EIT/FE) certification preferred but not required
- Competencies: Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving abilities; demonstrated experience leading technical teams
- Preferred: Prior experience in utility or power consulting environments
Benefits and Advantages
- Competitive salary and annual performance incentives
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage with company HSA contributions
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Paid time off, holidays, and flexible scheduling options
- Parental leave and optional pet insurance
- Ongoing professional development and continuing education support
- Opportunity to contribute to a high-performing team advancing the future of power infrastructure
Seniorities
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Design
Industries
Engineering Services and Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution
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