Top 5 Early career substation electrical engineer Jobs in Columbus

Substation Engineer
Nexus Engineering Group —Columbus, OH
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Construction site
- Engineering
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Engineer 3
SOLV Energy, LLC —Columbus, OH
- $112,656 - $135,188 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Engineering
- Quality control
- Travel
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Senior HV Project Manager (Remote)
SOLV Energy, LLC —Columbus, OH
- $144,790 - $180,990 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Customer service
- 5 years
- English
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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HV Project Manager
SOLV Energy, LLC —Columbus, OH
- $110,837 - $138,547 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Construction site
- 5 years
- System design
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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HV Project Manager (Remote)
SOLV Energy, LLC —Columbus, OH
- $110,837 - $138,547 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Construction site
- 5 years
- System design
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Substation Engineer

Nexus Engineering Group -
Columbus, OH

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Job Details

Full-time
$75,000 - $85,000 a year
10 hours ago

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee stock ownership plan
Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Construction specifications
Construction plans
Bachelor's degree in engineering
Construction drawing review

Full Job Description

Nexus Engineering Group is employee-owned, full-service, and built by the people who do the work. As a Substation Engineer, you’ll help design, analyze, and deliver electrical substation projects for utility, industrial, and power delivery clients — with exposure across the full breadth of substation engineering.

You’ll support the design, analysis, and execution of substation projects from planning through construction, contributing across disciplines — physical design, protection and control, engineering studies, technical documentation, field investigations, and construction support. It’s a broad, hands-on role for a collaborative problem-solver who wants to grow across complex infrastructure projects while delivering high-quality engineering.

Why Nexus

You’ll own a piece of what you build. Nexus is employee-owned through our ESOP, so the value you help create comes back to you — not just outside shareholders. We invest in early-career engineers and give them real work from the start.

What you can expect:

Employee ownership (ESOP) — build equity in the firm as it grows
Broad exposure across substation disciplines — physical design, P&C, studies, and field work — to help you find your path
Mentorship from senior engineers who review your work and help you grow
Full-service EPCm exposure, from concept through startup, across a diverse client base
Career paths that grow with you — toward technical leadership, project management, or discipline leadership
Flexible work arrangements where business needs allow

What You’ll Do

Develop and revise engineering deliverables — drawings, calculations, specifications, reports, and technical documentation.
Support the design and execution of substation projects from planning through construction.
Apply industry, client, utility, and company standards to your engineering work products.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams — engineers, designers, project managers, clients, vendors, and contractors.
Participate in site visits, field investigations, design reviews, and construction-support activities.
Assist with equipment selection, design development, engineering analyses, and technical problem-solving.
Communicate project status, technical issues, and design recommendations to project stakeholders.
Deliver quality work within established schedules and budgets, and contribute to the Substation group’s technical standards and best practices.

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related engineering discipline.
1+ years of relevant engineering experience — utility, power delivery, electrical infrastructure, or substation engineering, including internship or co-op experience.
Understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals and engineering design principles.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, standards, and equipment documentation.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting utility, power delivery, industrial, or substation engineering projects.
Familiarity with engineering software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, ETAP, SKM, CYME, CDEGS, Inventor, or similar design and analysis tools.
Experience preparing engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
Field, construction, commissioning, utility operations, internship, or co-op experience.
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification, or progress toward professional licensure.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Work is performed in a hybrid environment that includes office, remote, and active project-site settings. This role may require:

Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer workstation, with or without reasonable accommodation
Periodic travel to substations, construction sites, client facilities, and project locations
Site visits that may involve exposure to outdoor weather, energized electrical equipment, noise, heavy equipment, and active construction environments; appropriate PPE must be worn
The ability to walk uneven terrain, navigate outdoor substation yards, climb stairs, and access project-site areas, with or without reasonable accommodation

The posted salary range represents the anticipated base pay for this position in accordance with applicable pay-transparency requirements and may vary based on experience, qualifications, skills, certifications, work location, and market conditions.

In addition to base pay, eligible employees may receive:

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) — an ownership stake and a share in the long-term success of Nexus
Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance
401(k) with company match and discretionary bonus opportunities
Paid time off, holidays, and paid parental leave
Professional development and career advancement — training, certifications, licensure support, tuition assistance, and mentorship
Wellness benefits and a flexible schedule where business needs allow

We may use AI tools to help our recruitment team review and organize applications. These tools support — but never replace — human judgment, and final hiring decisions are made by people. If you’d like to know more about how your data is handled, contact us at [email protected].

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