Substation Engineer Lead

Prequel Solutions

$115K — $160K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in medium-voltage power distribution/substation roles
  • Proficient in protective relays and controls (SEL, GE, Eaton)
  • Strong troubleshooting skills in power systems
  • Background in utility, power services, or heavy industrial/manufacturing environments
  • Familiarity with ETAP, SKM, EasyPower and arc-flash studies is advantageous

Responsibilities

  • Support and troubleshoot medium-voltage power distribution systems
  • Work on transformers, switchgear, breakers, and protective relays
  • Lead electrical infrastructure upgrades and modernization projects
  • Ensure system reliability and conduct preventive maintenance
  • Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, operations, and contractors
  • Oversee projects through installation and commissioning

Benefits

  • 10% annual bonus opportunity
  • Sign-on bonus
  • Retention bonus
  • Up to $40K relocation assistance
  • Full benefits and paid time off
  • No travel requirement
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Substation Engineer Lead - Canton, OH

We're partnering with a large, well-established industrial manufacturer in Northeast Ohio to hire a Substation Engineer Lead supporting critical medium-voltage power distribution infrastructure across a major manufacturing operation.

This is a hands-on technical/project leadership role - not a people-management position. It's a strong opportunity for an experienced substation or power systems professional who wants challenging technical work without the travel often associated with this field.

What You'll Do
  • Support and troubleshoot medium-voltage power distribution and substations
  • Work with transformers, switchgear, breakers and protective relays
  • Lead electrical infrastructure upgrades and modernization projects
  • Support system reliability, preventive maintenance and root-cause troubleshooting
  • Partner with engineering, maintenance, operations and outside contractors
  • Lead projects through installation and commissioning

What We're Looking For
  • Strong medium-voltage power distribution/substation experience
  • Experience with protective relays / protection & controls - SEL, GE, Eaton or similar
  • Strong power systems troubleshooting and engineering background
  • Utility, power services or heavy industrial/manufacturing backgrounds are all relevant
  • Experience with ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, arc-flash, short-circuit or coordination studies is a plus

Compensation & Highlights
  • $115K-$160K base salary
  • 10% annual bonus opportunity
  • Sign-on bonus
  • Retention bonus
  • Up to $40K grossed-up relocation assistance
  • No travel
  • Full benefits and paid time off

Location

Canton, OH - Onsite

If you have a strong background in substations, medium-voltage distribution and protection & controls and are interested in learning more, we'd like to hear from you.

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