Substation Engineer

K&A Engineering Consulting

$110K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited program.
  • Eight years of experience in substation design and engineering for electrical utilities.
  • Familiarity with grounding studies and/or lightning protection is advantageous.
  • Experience with both Greenfields and Brownfields projects.
  • General knowledge and application of IEEE Standards related to substations.
  • Proficient in power analysis software (e.g., SKM, Etap, Easy Power).
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee project engineering performance across all phases, from budgeting to closeout.
  • Conduct engineering analyses, designs, and calculations, both standard and complex.
  • Lead the creation of conceptual designs based on Avangrid Standards and supervise external designers.
  • Ensure compliance of engineering designs with all relevant codes and standards.
  • Mentor and support team members in technical skills development.
  • Act as the subject matter expert for the team.
  • Direct contractors on company policies, standards, and best practices.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
  • 401K with company match.
  • Paid parental leave and flexible PTO.
  • Tuition reimbursement and transit reimbursement.
  • Long-term and short-term disability insurance and life insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Full Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Substation Engineer to join our team at K&A Engineering in Augusta, Maine. 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:
  • Project engineering performance and overseeing including all phases such as: scoping and budgeting, conceptual engineering, contract management and design, engineering design, construction and closeout.
  • Perform standard and complex engineering analyses, designs and calculations.
  • Responsible for leading and creating new conceptual designs based on Avangrid Standards and overseeing the work of external detailed designer ensuring consistency among all the operating companies.
  • Ensure all engineering designs implemented by the company meet applicable company, local, state, and national codes and standards.
  • Utilize knowledge to influence and guide department engineers.
  • Provide technical leadership in most complex projects that have a wide impact on the business.
  • Mentor develop and support team in technical skills.
  • SME for team.
  • Liaison/ direct contractors on company policy, standards and best practices.
  • Work independently with little supervision

What we're looking for:
  • A Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
  • Eight (8) years of professional experience within substation design and engineering for electrical Utilities
  • Familiarity with grounding studies and/or lightning protection is a plus
  • Experience with Greenfields and Brownfields
  • General knowledge and application of IEEE Standards as they pertain to substations
  • Experience and or knowledge with power analysis software is ideal (i.e. SKM, Etap, Easy Power, etc.)
  • Proven experience in Substation Design should include general arrangement, electrical equipment, plans, elevation and section views, Equipment cable trays, cable design, conduit fill calcs, rigid bus calcs, grounding and conduit layouts, control schematics, wiring diagrams
  • Proficient in Microsoft Projects, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
  • Hybrid Position (reports to the office Tuesday-Thursday)
  • Work Authorization Required
  • Strong verbal, written, communication skills required

Pay Range $110,000-$120,000/annually

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

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account
  • 401K (Traditional and Roth with Company Match)
  • Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
  • Tuition Reimbursement, Parking and Transit Reimbursement, and Pet Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)


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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