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Substation Engineer

Michael Page
Raleigh, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 7/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/2/2026
  • Lead high‑voltage substation design with hands‑on, impactful project work.
  • Grow your career in a tight‑knit team offering big‑firm expertise and support.

About Our Client

A nationally respected, employee‑owned engineering leader with over a century of impact, this organization is known for delivering complex, high‑value infrastructure and energy projects with integrity, innovation, and a strong people‑first culture. It offers flexible work options, exceptional technical talent, and long‑term career growth in a mission‑driven, collaborative environment.

Job Description

High‑Voltage Substation Physical Design

  • Create or modify:
    • Single‑line diagrams and general arrangements
    • Detailed elevations, section views, and installation details
    • Bills of materials, bid units, and material counts
  • Perform calculations related to:
    • Equipment and conductor sizing
    • Rigid bus strength
    • Insulation coordination
    • Grounding and lightning protection
Technical Tools & Software

  • Experience with electrical system analysis tools preferred (ASPEN, ETAP, SKM, PSS/E, PSLF, CDEGS, WinIGS)
  • Familiarity with design tools preferred (Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit, MicroStation)

Project Coordination

  • Coordinate with other engineering disciplines as needed
  • Conduct site visits for data gathering and as‑builts
  • Write procurement and construction specifications
  • Evaluate contractor bids

Quality & Construction Support

  • Review shop drawings and verify conformance with design/specifications
  • Support factory acceptance testing
  • Provide field support during construction and commissioning

Leadership & Mentorship

  • Help teach and mentor junior engineers and design staff
  • Support fee estimates and proposal development
  • Participate in occasional overnight travel for client meetings or site visits

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 Should Have

  • B.S. degree from an ABET‑accredited university
  • 5 years of substation physical design experience
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work legally in the U.S. without restriction
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred, or ability to obtain within 6 months
  • Experience managing design budgets and schedules is a plus
  • Experience supporting marketing/proposal efforts is preferred

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from $135,000 to $165,000 USD annually.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision (MDV) benefits package.
  • Opportunities for career advancement within the Energy & Natural Resources sector.
  • Supportive work environment with a focus on professional development.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Substation Engineer in Raleigh, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact: Jackson Edwards

Quote job ref: JN-062026-7034035

Salary : $135,000 - $165,000

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