Electrical Engineer - Substation

Southfield, Michigan Permanent USD130,000 - USD155,000 per year Hybrid working View Job Description
Seeking an Electrical Engineer with substation design experience to support utility and power delivery projects ranging from 12kV to 500kV. Responsibilities include developing physical and electrical substation designs, one-lines, protection and control coordination, grounding, equipment specifications, and construction support. The role will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver substation projects from concept through commissioning.
  • Work on critical grid modernization and power delivery projects.
  • Join a growing engineering team supporting high-profile utility clients.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading engineering consulting firm providing innovative solutions for electric utilities, renewable energy developers, and industrial power users. They specialize in transmission, distribution, and substation projects that improve grid reliability and support the evolving energy infrastructure across North America.

Job Description

  • Perform electrical engineering and design for substations ranging from 12kV, 34.5kV, 69kV, 115kV, 138kV, 230kV, 345kV, and up to 500kV.
  • Develop and review one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, and relay panel layouts.
  • Design substation equipment layouts including power transformers, circuit breakers, disconnect switches, CCVTs, surge arresters, bus systems, and control houses.
  • Perform equipment sizing, station service calculations, voltage drop studies, and load calculations.
  • Support grounding system design, lightning protection, and station battery system design.
  • Coordinate with protection & controls, civil/structural, transmission line, and construction teams.
  • Review vendor drawings, equipment specifications, and technical submittals.
  • Support project scopes, schedules, budgets, and engineering deliverables.
  • Provide engineering support during construction, commissioning, and energization activities.
  • Ensure designs comply with utility standards, NESC, NEC, IEEE, and client requirements.



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 Electrical Engineer - Substation should have:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • 5+ years of substation engineering experience.
  • Experience with utility transmission and distribution projects.
  • Knowledge of substation equipment and power system design principles.
  • Experience developing design packages and construction drawings.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar design software.
  • Strong communication and project coordination skills.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive base salary ranging from $130,000 to $155,000 USD.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision (MDV) benefits package.
  • Work on critical grid modernization and power delivery projects.
  • Join a growing engineering team supporting high-profile utility clients.
  • Competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and long-term project opportunities.



If you are ready to take the next step in your career as an Electrical Engineer - Substation, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact
Lauren Just
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7031926

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Engineering Design and R&D
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Southfield
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Lauren Just
Job Reference
JN-062026-7031926
Job Nature
Hybrid working