Entry Level Electrical Engineer - Substation

Job Title: Substation Engineer

Job Description

This Substation Engineer role offers the opportunity to join a dynamic team of power professionals focused on designing and delivering high-voltage substation projects across the country. You will work under the guidance of experienced engineers and project managers to develop technical designs, perform engineering calculations, and support projects from early concept through construction. The position provides hands-on experience with physical and protection/control design, exposure to industry standards, and strong mentorship to help you grow into a well-rounded power systems engineer.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of high-voltage substations ranging from 69 kV to 500 kV, including physical layout, protection and control systems, grounding systems, and civil/structural elements.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings and design documents that support substation projects and construction activities.
• Perform electrical calculations such as short circuit studies, load flow analysis, voltage drop calculations, and grounding analysis to ensure safe and reliable designs.
• Support the development of one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, schematics, and wiring diagrams for substation projects.
• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate structural, civil, and environmental aspects into comprehensive substation designs.
• Prepare technical specifications, bills of materials, and complete construction drawing and document packages.
• Assist in writing engineering reports, design narratives, and other client deliverables that clearly explain design decisions and technical approaches.
• Maintain organized project documentation and adhere to established quality control standards and procedures.
• Participate in project meetings with clients, utilities, and internal stakeholders to discuss design progress, technical issues, and project milestones.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines, including civil, structural, and environmental teams, to ensure cohesive and constructible project execution.
• Communicate effectively with engineers and project managers to receive mentorship, clarify requirements, and incorporate feedback into design work.
• Engage in on-the-job training and formal learning opportunities to build technical expertise in substation engineering and power delivery.
• Stay current with industry standards and codes, including IEEE standards, the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), and the National Electrical Code (NEC), as well as specific utility requirements.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and innovation by sharing ideas, identifying opportunities for process enhancements, and supporting best practices.
• Apply knowledge of switchgear, transformers, relay equipment, wiring, switches, insulation, lightning protection, and power delivery systems in substation design tasks.
• Support basic project management activities such as assisting with scheduling, project controls, proposal support, and estimating when needed.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Foundational knowledge of electrical engineering principles as applied to power delivery and substation design.
• Experience using AutoCAD and/or MicroStation for engineering design and drafting.
• Familiarity with 3D modeling tools such as Revit, Civil 3D, or Inventor (experience with any of these is a plus).
• Good knowledge of industry and technology trends specific to substations, including physical and protection/control design concepts.
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC).
• Ability to interpret and develop one-line, three-line, schematic, and wiring diagrams.
• Basic understanding of switchgear, transformers, relay equipment, wiring, switches, insulation, lightning protection, and high-voltage systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high-quality engineering documentation.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with engineers, designers, drafters, and project stakeholders.
• Ability to work under the direction of licensed Professional Engineers (PEs) and accept feedback to improve technical work.
• Motivation to pursue professional growth, including encouragement to obtain EIT and ultimately PE licensure.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with SDS (Substation Design Suite) is a plus.
• Experience with 3D modeling tools such as Revit, Civil 3D, or Inventor is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of construction practices and constructability considerations for substation projects.
• Experience with proposal writing and project estimating is a plus.
• Working knowledge of scheduling and project controls processes is beneficial.
• EIT certification or a master’s degree in engineering is a plus.
• Exposure to project management concepts and the ability to support basic project coordination tasks.
• Interest in working with power delivery systems, high-voltage equipment, and substation engineering as a long-term career path.

Work Environment

You will join a collaborative team of approximately 20 engineers, designers, and drafters dedicated to substation and power delivery projects. The role is based in an office environment in Lake Mary, FL, north of Orlando, with the team planning a move to a larger office space in the same area to support continued growth

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lake Mary, FL.

The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $38.46/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Lake Mary,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 2026.

About Actalent

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Salary : $34 - $38