Lead Substation Engineer

K&A Engineering Consulting

$130K — $150K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; PE license strongly preferred
  • 8+ years of substation engineering experience, with prior leadership roles
  • Strong knowledge of high voltage substation design and industry standards
  • Experience with utilities, EPC firms, or large scale power delivery projects
  • Proficiency in engineering software like AutoCAD, MicroStation, ETAP, or similar
  • Excellent communication skills for collaboration across teams
  • Willingness to travel for site visits and attend the designated office occasionally

Responsibilities

  • Lead design and engineering of high voltage substations up to 500kV
  • Act as the technical authority for substation engineering deliverables
  • Mentor and oversee a team of engineers and technical staff
  • Coordinate with project managers and construction teams for project alignment
  • Prepare and review engineering calculations, drawings, and documentation
  • Support field activities including assessments and commissioning
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and utility requirements
  • Manage project timelines, budgets, and engineering resources

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account
  • 401K with company match
  • Lifestyle Spending Account
  • Paid Parental Leave after 12 months
  • Flexible PTO and Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Long-Term and Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Parking and Transit Reimbursement
  • Pet Insurance
Full Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Lead Substation Engineer to join our team at K&A Power Group in New Jersey, remote. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. You'll be part of a dynamic, people-focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated.

Role Expectations:
  • Lead the design and engineering of high voltage substations (up to 500kV), including physical layout, protection & control, grounding, and equipment specifications
  • Serve as the technical authority for substation engineering deliverables, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and quality
  • Oversee and mentor a team of engineers and designers; provide technical guidance and review work products
  • Coordinate with project managers, construction teams, and clients to ensure alignment on scope, schedule, and technical requirements
  • Prepare and review engineering calculations, drawings, bill of materials, and technical documentation
  • Support field activities, including site assessments, commissioning support, and issue resolution
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards (NESC, IEEE, NEC), utility requirements, and company engineering practices
  • Manage project timelines, budgets, and resource planning for assigned engineering tasks
  • Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes, tools, and standards


What we're looking for:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (required); PE license strongly preferred
  • 8+ years of substation engineering experience, including leadership or lead engineer responsibilities
  • Strong knowledge of high voltage substation design, protection & control, and applicable industry standards
  • Experience working with utilities, EPC firms, or large scale power delivery projects
  • Proficiency with engineering software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, ETAP, or similar tools
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams
  • Ability to travel for site visits and attend the designated office one day per week


Pay Range $130,000 - 150,000:

Why Join K&A?

People-First Culture: We put our people at the center of everything we do, creating an environment where your professional and personal growth is a top priority.

Innovation & Learning:We encourage continuous learning and invest in your development through training, mentorship, and hands-on experience.

Collaborative Team Environment: We believe in the power of collaboration and working together to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and employees.

Recognition & Growth: We've earned our reputation through uncompromising precision and a commitment to excellence. As an agile and fast-growing company, we offer plenty of opportunities for your career advancement and growth.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits:We offeracomprehensive benefits package for eligible classified employees, including but not limited to:[MG1]

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account [JP2]
  • 401K (Traditional and Roth with company match)
  • Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
  • Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of employment
  • Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  • Parking and Transit Reimbursement
  • Pet Insurance


Check out our career page for more information!

The salary range for this role considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to technical ability, experience and training, licenses and certifications, and other related skillsets. The disclosed range is an estimate and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

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