Senior Electrical Engineer - Substation Design

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Electrical Engineer - Substation Design

Position: Full-Time

Location: Any (Florida and Illinois preferred)

Licensing: Professional Engineer (PE) Required

About the Role

Hanson Professional Services Inc. is actively seeking a knowledgeable Electrical Engineer with a specialization in Substation Design to enhance our power delivery projects serving utility, municipal, and industrial clients. This is a senior-level opportunity for a licensed Professional Engineer who brings a wealth of experience in designing high-voltage substations, encompassing physical layout, protection and control coordination, and integrated design methodologies.

The ideal candidate will have robust technical skills, proven leadership experience, and a solid background working with transmission and distribution (T&D) utilities or power companies.

Key Responsibilities

Substation Engineering & Design

• Lead the design of new, expanded, and upgraded electrical substations (typically 69kV through 500kV).

• Develop and review comprehensive substation designs that include:

• Physical layouts and general arrangements

• Bus configurations and equipment arrangement

• Grounding systems and lightning protection

• Raceway and cable schedules

• Equipment foundations and civil/structural design integration

• Conduct and review electrical calculations, including:

• Ground grid analysis

• Short-circuit and relay coordination support

• AC/DC system design

• Prepare construction drawings, technical specifications, design reports, and material lists.

Protection, Control & Systems Coordination

• Collaborate with protection and control engineers, SCADA, and communications teams.

• Support breaker, transformer, relay selection, and protection scheme integration.

• Ensure designs adhere to applicable utility standards and power system requirements.

Project Leadership & Technical Oversight

• Act as lead engineer or technical authority on substation projects.

• Conduct quality control reviews of drawings, calculations, and specifications.

• Work collaboratively with civil, structural, geotechnical, transmission line, and environmental teams.

• Assist project managers in:

• Scope development

• Cost estimating

• Scheduling and risk identification

• Mentor junior engineers and designers.

Industry Tools & Standards

• Implement industry codes and standards, including:

• IEEE

• NESC

• NFPA (including NEC)

• ANSI

• Utility-specific design criteria

• Utilize industry-standard software and tools such as:

• AutoCAD or MicroStation

• SKM, ETAP, or EasyPower

• Ground grid and fault analysis tools

• Stay updated on current substation construction methods, safety requirements, and materials.

Client & Field Support

• Directly engage with electric utilities, power providers, and industrial clients.

• Support construction activities through:

• Reviewing contractor submittals

• Responding to RFIs

• Site visits and field observations

• Communicating design intent effectively for successful field implementation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related field.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license (required at hire).

• Minimum 8 years of experience in substation or power delivery engineering.

• Experience working with:

• Electric utilities

• Transmission and distribution companies

• Power industry clients

• Strong knowledge of substation equipment, protection philosophies, and utility standards.

• Proven ability to lead technical tasks and coordinate interdisciplinary teams.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with EPC or owner engineer utility project delivery models.

• Experience with HV/EHV substations (230kV and above).

• Familiarity with relay protection concepts and SCADA integration.

• Experience in developing proposals, cost estimates, and schedules.

• Previous experience mentoring junior staff or acting in a technical lead role.

Soft Skills & Competencies

• High level of technical judgment and meticulous attention to detail.

• Strong leadership and teamwork skills.

• Client-focused approach.

• Able to manage multiple priorities and adhere to deadlines.

• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Working at Hanson

• Join an employee-owned firm that offers career advancement and long-term stability.

• Experience a collaborative culture across multiple disciplines and locations.

• Opportunities for site visits and some travel required.

• A valid driver's license is mandatory.

Salary Range: $147,000-$175,000

Benefits

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