Top 9 Substation engineer Jobs in Columbia, Sc

Substation Engineer 2 (Remote)
SOLV Energy, LLC —Columbia, SC
- $89,527 - $111,909 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Travel
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Engineer II, Transmission & Substation
Disaster Resource Group —Columbia, SC
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Bachelor of Science
- Engineering
BESS Engineer II (Remote)
SOLV Energy, LLC —Columbia, SC
- $90,000 - $112,506 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Travel
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Engineer 3
SOLV Energy, LLC —Columbia, SC
- $112,656 - $135,188 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Engineering
- Quality control
- Travel
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Senior SCADA Engineer, EPC (Remote)
SOLV Energy, LLC —Columbia, SC
- $125,114 - $166,402 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- 6 years
- Engineering
- Windows
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Director of Engineering, Energy Storage
SOLV Energy, LLC —Columbia, SC
- $170,074 - $226,199 a year
- Full-time
- Up to 50% travel
- 5 years
- Travel
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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BESS Engineer I (Remote)
SOLV Energy, LLC —Columbia, SC
- $79,538 - $99,422 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Excel
- Business development
- Travel
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Commissioning Engineer
SOLV Energy, LLC —Columbia, SC
- $115,576 - $141,581 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Analysis skills
- Travel
- Mentoring
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Manager of Engineering (Transmission & Distribution Design)
McCall-Thomas Engineering —Columbia, SC
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- 7 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Substation Engineer 2 (Remote)

SOLV Energy, LLC -
Columbia, SC

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Job Details

Full-time
$89,527 - $111,909 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Substation design
Utility electrical systems
Regulatory compliance
High-voltage electrical systems
Electrical protection systems
Managing projects
Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide.

Job Description Summary:

The Substation Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and testing of electrical substation, ensuring they meet safety standards, operational requirements, and project specifications. The Substation Engineer should have a solid understanding of power systems, substation equipment, and relevant industry standards.

This role is fully remote. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Job Description:

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned

Position Responsibilities and Duties:

Review electrical substations, including layout, equipment selection, and equipment specifications in accordance with project requirements and industry standards.
Review load flow, short circuit, and relay coordination studies to ensure the reliability and efficiency of substation designs.
Prepare/Review detailed engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications using AutoCAD electrical or Bluebeam.
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including utility companies, contractors, and regulatory agencies to obtain approvals and permits for substation projects.
Review and evaluate vendor proposals for technical accuracy to specifications for substation components.
Identify opportunities for design upgrades, improvements, or provide value engineering solutions.
Provide technical support during the construction, testing, and commissioning of new substations, ensuring compliance with project schedules and quality standards.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to substation equipment and systems, both remotely and on-site.
Perform root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions for substation failures.
Stay informed about emerging technologies and best practices in substation design, automation, and protection systems.
Assist in the development of standards, procedures, and guidelines for substation engineering activities.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including transmission planners, protection engineering, control systems specialists, PV engineering, and BESS engineering to ensure the seamless integration of substations into the overall power grid.
Participate in safety audits and inspections to identify and mitigate potential hazards in substation facilities.
Assist with mentoring junior engineers, technicians, and peers providing guideance, training, and lessons learned on substation design principles and practices.
Maintain accurate documentation and records of substation designs and modifications.
Participate in team meetings/calls regularly
Demonstrate and maintain a safe work environment and direct safe work practices in energized substations.
Complete other responsibilities as assigned.
Ability to travel as needed (~%10)

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field; master's degree preferred.
2+ years in substation design, construction, or maintenance or equivalent design experience.
Solid understanding of power systems, including transmission, distribution, and generation.
Proficiency in engineering software tools such as ETAP, SKM, or PSS/E for power system analysis a plus.
Familiarity with protection relay programming, coordination studies, and simulation software (e.g., SEL, GE Enervista) a plus.
Familiarity with relevant industry standards and codes, such as IEEE, ANSI, and NESC.
Proficient technical skills in substation layout, equipment sizing, and protection coordination.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment (local and remote).
Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to quality.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
Willingness to pursue licensure is a plus.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

SOLV Energy Is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Compensation Range:

$89,527.00 - $111,909.00

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

SOLV Energy does not accept unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies. We require all third-party recruiters to communicate exclusively with our internal talent acquisition team. SOLV Energy will not pay a placement fee to any third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of our internal talent acquisition team.

In addition, candidate introductions or resumes can only be submitted to our internal talent acquisition recruiting team if a signed vendor agreement is already on file and the third-party recruiter or agency has received formal instructions from our internal talent acquisition team to submit candidates for a particular job posting.

Any unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes sent by third-party recruiters to SOLV Energy or directly to any of our employees, or received through our website or career portal, will be considered property of SOLV Energy and will not be eligible for a placement fee. In the event a third-party recruiter submits a resume or refers a candidate without a previously signed vendor agreement, SOLV Energy explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire the candidate(s) without financial liability to such third-party recruiter.

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