Substation Physical Engineer - (South)

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We are looking for a Substation Physical Engineer to join our team. As an Career Substation Physical Engineer, candidates will have the opportunity to work on projects for electric utilities at voltages from 12kV up to 500kV. This is an exciting and growing field in the power systems industry and allows candidates to get exposure to how the power generation such as that of renewable energy ties into the electric system. Candidates will be expected to use knowledge of digital logic design, AC and DC circuits to design substation electrical projects.

*Hybrid Work Schedule:  (3 days in the - Atlanta, Charlotte, Houston, Or Orlando offices)

• 2–3 Days of In-Person Connection: Build strong relationships with colleagues and clients by being in the office or on-site. It’s the perfect way to strengthen collaboration and ensure seamless communication.

• Networking Events: Expand your horizons and make valuable connections at industry-leading events. You’ll be in the right rooms, with the right people, at the right time.

• Continuous Development: Stay at the forefront of innovation by participating in top-tier training programs and conferences. Personal growth isn’t optional here; it’s part of the package.

• The Best of Both Worlds: With the flexibility to work remotely on other days, you’ll have the freedom to focus, recharge, and bring your A-game to every opportunity.

Successful candidates can look forward to a fast‑paced, highly collaborative environment where no two days feel the same. We have a Mid, Senior, Lead Level Electrical Engineers for the position located across the South. You’ll enjoy flexible work arrangements, a supportive leadership team, and a culture that actively invests in your growth.

Expect meaningful opportunities to advance your career through:

• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure support

• Project Management Professional (PMP) development

• Technical and non‑technical training designed to sharpen your expertise

• Leadership pathways that let you take on greater responsibility

• Mentorship and coaching from experienced engineers and managers

• The opportunity to lead, grow, and inspire a dynamic, high‑performing team

Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career, share your resume with us today!

The Challenge:

• Experience in executing substation physical projects

• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with the internal team and clients to meet project needs.

• Performing quality control checks on substation physical design projects.

• Expected to read and design substation physical drawings such as one-line drawings, three-line drawings, plan-section drawings, foundation, grounding drawings.

• Create and check bill of materials for substation physical

• Expected to attend site visit at customer location

What Sets You Apart:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, or related degree with two (2+) or more years of related substation physical design experience.

• Senior / Lead Level: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, or related degree with six (6+) or more years of related substation physical design experience.

• Experience with grounding studies/lightning protection and lighting studies.

• Demonstrate Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with the internal team and clients to meet project needs.

• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure situations.

• Collaborator and leader who can work effectively in team environment.

• Self-starter who works independently with minimal direction.

• Strong analytical skills and proven problem solver in both team and independent environments.

• High level of computer competency.

• Willingness to travel to project and/or client sites.

You Might Also have:

• US Citizen and able to pass a DOE Background

• Engineer Intern (“EI” or “EIT”) professional certification.

• Professional Engineer (“PE”) License.

• Working knowledge of protect