Engineer I, II, III, or IV – Electric Substations

City Utilities of Springfield, MO

$73K — $107K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET accredited preferred)
  • 0-8 years of relevant engineering experience depending on level
  • Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification preferred/required based on level
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required for Engineer III and IV
  • Demonstrated leadership and project management skills for Engineer IV

Responsibilities

  • Design and support electric substation projects
  • Assist with engineering studies, calculations, and technical specifications
  • Support construction, maintenance, and system improvement projects
  • Manage project schedules, budgets, and contractor coordination
  • Develop and review engineering drawings and documentation
  • Utilize AutoCAD and other engineering software tools
  • Collaborate with internal teams, contractors, and outside agencies
  • Mentor junior engineers and interns (Engineer III/IV)

Benefits

  • Career growth and advancement opportunities
  • Meaningful work supporting critical infrastructure
  • Collaborative engineering environment
  • Opportunities to lead impactful projects
  • Competitive pay and benefits package
Full Job Description
Pay Details:

Engineer I – (Grade 57)

Minimum:$1,415.81/ week

Midpoint: $1,769.76

Engineer II – (Grade 58)

Minimum:$1,618.87/ week

Midpoint: $2,023.60

Engineer III – (Grade 59)

Minimum:$1,851.10/ week

Midpoint: $2,313.86

Engineer IV – (Grade 60)

Minimum:$2,075.10/ week

Midpoint: $2,645.75


Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.Job Description:

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Engineer I, II, III, or IV 6 Electric Substations

Help design and support the electric infrastructure that powers our community. We are seeking motivated engineers at multiple experience levels to join our Substation Engineering team. Whether you are an entry-level engineer looking to grow your career or an experienced professional ready to lead major projects, this role offers the opportunity to work on impactful utility infrastructure projects in a collaborative environment.

What You9ll Do:

Depending on experience level, responsibilities may include:

  • Design and support electric substation projects.

  • Assist with engineering studies, calculations, and technical specifications.

  • Support construction, maintenance, and system improvement projects.

  • Manage project schedules, budgets, and contractor coordination.

  • Develop and review engineering drawings and documentation.

  • Utilize AutoCAD and other engineering software tools.

  • Collaborate with internal teams, contractors, and outside agencies.

  • Mentor junior engineers and interns (Engineer III/IV).

What We9re Looking For:

Engineer I

  • Bachelor9s degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET accredited preferred).

  • Entry-level candidates encouraged to apply.

  • FE certification preferred.

Engineer II

  • Bachelor9s degree in Electrical Engineering.

  • Minimum 2 years of applicable engineering/design experience.

  • FE certification required.

Engineer III

  • Bachelor9s degree in Electrical Engineering.

  • Minimum 4 years of applicable substation or related design experience.

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Engineer IV

  • Bachelor9s degree in Electrical Engineering.

  • Minimum 8 years of electric substation design experience.

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

  • Demonstrated leadership and project management experience.

Preferred Skills:

  • Electric utility or substation design experience.

  • AutoCAD proficiency.

  • Strong communication and project coordination skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

  • Interest in mentoring and technical leadership.

Why Join Us?

  • Career growth and advancement opportunities.

  • Meaningful work supporting critical infrastructure.

  • Collaborative engineering environment.

  • Opportunities to lead impactful projects.

  • Competitive pay and benefits package.

Working Conditions:

Work is primarily performed in an office environment with occasional fieldwork in varying weather conditions.

Additional Information:

  • Valid driver9s license required.

  • Testing may be required.

  • Candidates must be able to work effectively with diverse groups and adapt to evolving technologies and systems.

  • Employee must remain alert and aware of their surroundings at all times and maintain the ability to respond to changing circumstances in a timely manner.

For a complete job description, please contact the Recruitment Office at (417) 831-8460.

TESTING

Testing may be required.

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