About the opportunity
X4 Engineering is partnering with a growing engineering consultancy headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina. They’re expanding their Energy business and are looking for a Senior/Lead Electrical Substation Engineer to take technical ownership of their substation design work.
This is a lead role with real influence. You’ll shape how projects are delivered, guide other engineers, and work across a varied mix of transmission, distribution and renewables projects. You’ll have the flexibility to work fully remote, hybrid or from the Raleigh office.
What you’ll be doing
- Lead the electrical design for HV (4kV–230kV) and EHV (above 230kV) substations and switching stations, including AIS, GIS and FACTS.
- Work across sectors: transmission and generator interconnection, power distribution (EV charging and microgrids), and renewables (solar PV, BESS and wind).
- Own the full design package:Drawings: one-line and three-line diagrams, protective relay and metering diagrams, AC/DC schematics, general arrangements, and grounding and raceway plans
- Specifications for major primary equipment
- Bills of materials, cable schedules and equipment lists
- Carry out the calculations and studies:Calculations: grounding, cable and conduit sizing, transformer and battery sizing, lightning protection and bus bracing
- Power system studies: load flow, short circuit, protective coordination and arc flash
- Lead projects through construction, start-up and commissioning.
- Review the work of peers and consultants, and drive quality and continuous improvement.
- Help identify key client needs and grow client relationships.
What you’ll bring
- A Professional Engineer (PE) license (required)
- A BS in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
- 7+ years of substation electrical design experience on US high-voltage projects
- Experience across transmission, distribution and/or renewables
- Working knowledge of NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEEE and ANSI standards
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
What’s on offer
- Fully remote, hybrid or office-based working
- Relocation assistance to Raleigh, NC
- Top-tier medical, dental and vision plans
- 401(k) matching
- Tuition reimbursement
- Life and disability insurance
- Generous paid time off
Interested?
Apply now or message Hugo Massa at X4 Engineering for a confidential conversation.
Senior Electrical Substation Engineer in Raleigh at X4 Engineering
This position is listed as full time and able to be worked remotely. It was posted 3 days ago.