What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Substation Design Engineer position at E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc.?
About the Organization
E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. (E2) is a professional services firm established in 1988 specializing in a full spectrum of engineering services including, project engineering and design, federal base operations and infrastructure support services, gas pipeline construction and inspection services, environmental consulting and remediation, and information technology services. At E2, we value safety, innovation and collaboration, and we are dedicated to excellence.
Overview
E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. is seeking an experienced Lead Substation Design Engineer to support our growing portfolio of electric utility clients across Georgia and the Southeast. This role will be responsible for the oversight and execution of detailed design for high-voltage substations (up to 500 kV), including physical layout, equipment specifications, grounding, protection and control, and construction support. The ideal candidate has a strong technical background in substation engineering and proven experience coordinating multidisciplinary project teams.
Responsibilities
- Lead and perform the complete design of substation projects including:
- General arrangement and equipment layout drawings
- Grounding, lighting, conduit and cable plans
- Control building layouts
- AC/DC auxiliary systems
- Bill of Materials and material specifications
- One-line, three-line, and wiring diagrams
- Serve as the primary technical point of contact for clients, project managers, and internal teams.
- Perform and check design calculations for short-circuit forces, ampacity, grounding, lightning protection, and voltage drop.
- Review and approve design packages prepared by junior engineers and designers.
- Prepare equipment specifications and procurement documents for major substation components (power transformers, circuit breakers, disconnect switches, instrument transformers, protection panels).
- Provide engineering support during procurement, fabrication, and construction.
- Develop and enforce project design standards, quality procedures, and best practices.
- Mentor and train junior engineering staff.
- Support proposals and business development by developing scope, schedule, and budget estimates.
- Maintain compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements (NESC, NEC, IEEE, ANSI, ASCE).
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Power emphasis preferred) or related engineering discipline.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in substation physical design engineering.
- Proficiency with substation design tools and software (AutoCAD, MicroStation, Bentley Substation, or similar).
- Working knowledge of P&C design fundamentals and schematics.
- Demonstrated ability to lead project design teams and review deliverables for accuracy and compliance.
- Strong understanding of relevant codes and standards (NESC, IEEE, NEC).
- Excellent communication skills and ability to coordinate with clients, utilities, and construction contractors.
Preferred
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Georgia or ability to obtain within 12 months.
- Experience with 230 kV–500 kV substations and complex greenfield/brownfield projects.
- Proficiency in grounding analysis software (CDEGS, WinIGS) and mechanical/electrical calculation tools.
- Experience with protection and control wiring design and relay panel layouts.
Benefits
E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off.
Wage Data Per State Requirements
Salary range for this position is $125,000 - $155,000. The starting salary will be commensurate with skill, education, experience, and working environment.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment and uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to sit/stand for up to 8 hours per day.
- Ability to move freely for up to 8 hours per day.
Travel
10%
Drug Free Workplace
E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. is a Drug Free Workplace. After accepting an offer of employment, applicants may be required to undergo background checks, drug testing, and/or fit-for-duty physical examination. Drug screens will include, but not be limited to, Amphetamines, Cocaine Metabolites, Marijuana Metabolites (THC), Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP). As a federal contractor, E2 cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician.
Solicitation
Please no solicitation of any kind from agencies, staffing, or recruiting firms.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Salary : $125,000 - $155,000
