Substation Engineer (HV/EHV) - Contract to Hire

• Work on 500kV-level critical infrastructure
• Fast-track to permanent leadership role
  
  

About Our Client

We are partnering with a leading engineering firm supporting major utility and infrastructure projects across the Southeast. Due to significant growth in grid modernization, renewable integration, and system hardening, we are seeking a highly technical Substation Engineer with hands-on experience in HV/EHV design (up to 500kV).

Job Description

• Lead and execute detailed engineering design for substations ranging from 12kV to 500kV
• Develop and review:
• Physical layouts (plan & section views, bus arrangements, equipment spacing)
• Electrical one-lines & three-lines
• AC/DC schematics & wiring diagrams
• Perform equipment selection and specification:
• Power transformers, circuit breakers, disconnect switches, CTs/PTs, surge arresters
• Conduct advanced engineering studies:
• Short circuit analysis
• Load flow & voltage drop
• Grounding grid design (IEEE 80)
• Lightning protection & shielding analysis
• Design protection & control systems:
• Relay schemes (SEL, GE, ABB)
• SCADA integration, RTU configuration, communication protocols (DNP3, IEC 61850)
• Coordinate closely with:
• Civil/structural teams (foundation design, steel structures)
• Protection & controls engineers
• Field construction teams and utility clients
• Support construction packages:
• Bills of material (BOM)
• Construction drawings & installation details
• Perform QA/QC reviews and ensure compliance with:
• NESC, NEC, IEEE, ANSI standards
• Utility-specific design standards
• Provide field engineering support:
• Site visits, commissioning support, troubleshooting, and as-built updates
  

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A Successful Substation Engineer (HV/EHV) Should Have

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
• 5 years of substation design experience (utility or EPC environment)
• Strong experience with HV/EHV substations (69kV-500kV preferred)
• Proficiency with:
• AutoCAD / MicroStation
• ETAP, SKM, or CYME (system studies)
• CDEGS (grounding analysis highly preferred)
• Deep understanding of:
• Substation layouts (AIS/GIS)
• Bus configurations (ring bus, breaker-and-a-half, double bus)
• Protection philosophies & relay coordination
• Experience working with major utilities or ISO/RTO environments

What's on Offer

• Competitive hourly pay ranging from $90 to $105 USD.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision (MDV) benefits.
• Potential for a long-term career through a contract-to-hire arrangement.
• Supportive work environment with a focus on professional growth.
  
  

Contact: Lauren Just

Quote job ref: JN-042026-6991469