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Substation Engineer III or Sr. | Hiring Salary $114,900-198,200 (Hybrid or *Remote from WI, IL, IA, MN) with a $10,000 Sign-on Bonus

Dairyland Power Cooperative
La Crosse, United StatesRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 1 Oct 2025
💰 $132,100/yr($114,900/yr$132,100/yr)

About the role

Are you ready to join an organization where we focus on People First, have fun at work and make a difference in what we do?


Dairyland is proud of our People First culture centered around appreciation, celebrating wins and collaboration. We’ve worked hard to ensure alignment between our culture and our processes and systems, learning and development and rewards and recognition programs.

As a team, we work together to leverage the team’s diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences to deliver nothing less than the best. We are collaborative, transparent and committed to our People and their work experience, growth and professional development.

SUBSTATION ENGINEER III or SR. (Hybrid or *Remote from WI, IL, IA, MN)

Please note this position is open only to U.S. citizens.

*** $10,000 Sign-On Bonus ***

We are pleased to offer a competitive sign-on bonus to new employees who join our team. This bonus is our way of welcoming you to Dairyland Power Cooperative and recognizing the unique skills and expertise you bring to our organization.

Hiring Salary for Level III: $114,900-172,400 (5+ Years of Experience)

Hiring Salary for Level Sr.: $132,100-198,200 (10+ Years of Experience)

Compensation is determined by a combination of factors, including but not limited to education, work experience, and certifications. The actual offer may vary, reflecting the candidate's unique blend of experience, educational background, and skill level.

*Remote Disclaimer:
Dairyland Power Cooperative values the importance of finding the right candidate for this position. For individuals residing in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, or Illinois, we are open to considering a fully remote work arrangement for the right candidate, provided they meet the qualifications and can effectively fulfill the responsibilities of the role.

The Substation Engineer is responsible for the engineering and design of the physical aspects of transmission and distribution substations. As a member of a team, resolve problems that may impact Dairyland and its member cooperatives and municipals. Provide continuing technical support to other departments internally to Dairyland and externally, as necessary, to support Dairyland and its member cooperatives and municipals.

The Impact You'll Make In This Role:

1. Responsible, with minimal supervision, for the engineering and design of high voltage and medium voltage substation. Engineering and design of substations to include general arrangements, equipment and electrical layout, elevations, cable trench and raceway design, foundation design, bills of materials, and AC and DC power systems.

2.  Working knowledge of applicable industry and safety standards and codes including RUS, OSHA, ANSI, NEC, NESC, local and other applicable standards and codes.

3.  Responsible for the preparation and revisions of material and equipment specifications. Work with purchasing and project management staff to procure material necessary for substation maintenance and construction activities.

4.  Coordinate with other Dairyland technical and field personnel to assist in problems solving, construction changes and schedule changes.

5.  Responsible for creating or assisting project managers with creating project scopes, cost estimates and schedules for capital and maintenance projects.

6.  Responsible for performing engineering calculations relating the physical design of the substations such as, equipment ratings, bus calculations and others.

7. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education & Experience: Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering from an accredited university. Experience in the areas of substation physical design, substation protection and control design or structural design.  Knowledge of project estimating and engineering economics. Engineer in Training (EIT) certification is preferred.

Level III: (5+ Years of Experience)

Level Sr.: (10+ Years of Experience)

Skills:
•  Requires a high degree of understanding for spatial concepts, mathematics, mechanics and statistics 
•  Must have good oral and written communication skills
•  Experience with computer aided drafting software such as AutoCAD is preferred
•  Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively with individuals at various levels
•  Must be self-motivat

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