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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 seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer specializing in Substation Design to support power delivery projects for utility, municipal, and industrial clients. This senior-level role is ideal for a licensed Professional Engineer with extensive experience in high-voltage substations, including physical layout, protection and control coordination, and interdisciplinary design integration.
The successful candidate will bring strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and direct experience 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 substation designs including:
Physical layouts and general arrangements
Bus configurations and equipment arrangement
Grounding systems and lightning protection
Raceway and cable schedules
Equipment foundations and integration with civil/structural designs
Perform 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
Coordinate substation design with protection and control engineers, SCADA, and communications teams.
Support breaker, transformer, relay, and protection scheme selection and integration.
Ensure designs comply with applicable utility standards and power system requirements.
Project Leadership & Technical Oversight
Serve as lead engineer or technical authority on substation projects.
Provide quality control reviews of drawings, calculations, and specifications.
Collaborate with civil, structural, geotechnical, transmission line, and environmental teams.
Support project managers with:
Scope development
Cost estimating
Scheduling and risk identification
Mentor junior engineers and designers.
Industry Tools & Standards
Apply applicable 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
Maintain awareness of current substation construction methods, safety requirements, and materials.
Client & Field Support
Work directly with electric utilities, power providers, and industrial clients.
Support construction activities through:
Review of contractor submittals
Responses to RFIs
Site visits and field observations
Ensure design intent is effectively communicated and implemented in the field.
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.
Prior experience working with:
Electric utilities
Transmission and distribution companies
Power industry clients
Strong understanding of substation equipment, protection philosophies, and utility standards.
Proven ability to lead technical tasks and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
Excellent 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 developing proposals, cost estimates, and schedules.
Prior experience mentoring junior staff or acting in a technical lead role.
Soft Skills & Competencies
High level of technical judgment and attention to detail
Strong leadership and collaboration skills
Client focused mindset
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
Working at Hanson
Employee-owned firm offering career growth and long-term stability
Collaborative culture across multiple disciplines and offices
Willingness to support occasional site visits and travel
Valid driver’s license required
Salary Range: $147,000-$175,000
Our focus on people means we offer a generous benefits program to help you create a solid foundation for health and security throughout your career, including:
Want to know more? Visit our benefits page for all the details.
We understand that selecting a job is about more than the day-to-day tasks. It’s important to feel like you belong and safe to grow and progress along your career path. You’ll find that at Hanson. We have an inclusive, diverse workforce awaiting to connect with you and numerous opportunities to cultivate your career, including:
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