MDA Edge

Substation Design Engineer

Cary, NC, US

$140000k
12 days ago
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Summary

Job Summary:
  • An industry leader in power delivery engineering is seeking a Substation Design Engineer to serve as a technical lead on projects ranging from distribution to sub-transmission and transmission voltage classes.
  • This is a hybrid role of 3 Days Onsite & 2 Days Remote.
  • Our ideal candidate will come from another engineering consulting company rather than a utility.
  • We have three openings for this job position which are listed below (one for each):
    • Seven Hills, Ohio || Base Salary: USD $120,000 to $140,000
    • Atlanta, Georgia || Base Salary: USD $130,000 to $145,000
    • Cary, North Carolina || Base Salary: USD $125,000 to $140,000
Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead substation physical and/or protection & control (P&C) design efforts.
  • Develop electrical engineering deliverables using tools such as CYME.
  • Manage project schedules, budgets, and resource planning.
  • Interface directly with clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
  • Oversee QA/QC processes and mentor junior engineers.
  • Support renewable energy integration and grid modernization projects.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
  • Minimum 5+ years of HV utility substation design experience (69kV-500kV or EHV 500kV+), either in physical or protection & control design.
  • Prior experience with a consulting engineering firm on utility substation projects required.
  • PE license or ability to obtain PE within 1-2 years required.
  • Strong project leadership and QA/QC experience highly desirable.
Additional Information:
  • Competitive benefits including flexible work schedules, 401k match, health insurance, and performance-based bonuses.
  • Company culture focused on innovation, teamwork, and employee ownership.
Please note:
  • Candidates with less than 5 years of substation design experience will not be considered.
  • Experience limited to industrial, manufacturing, or LV/MV distribution is not a fit.
  • Candidates currently employed by utilities may be considered if they have strong consulting-style design experience.

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