Remote Substation Engineer Jobs
Remote substation engineer jobs are open across the U.S. in electric utilities, renewable energy, and power systems consulting, at engineering firms, independent power producers, and grid infrastructure companies running distributed teams. Employers hiring remotely right now include ENTRUST Solutions, AECOM, and Revamp Engineering. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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What You Will Do:
Joining the power team at GFT means engaging in cutting-edge projects that drive the future of energy infrastructure. Our team excels in providing solutions for power transmission, distribution, and renewable energy, utilizing advanced technologies and creative problem-solving to meet today’s diverse energy needs. Be part of a dynamic group dedicated to enhancing system reliability, sustainability, and efficiency while shaping the energy landscape for a resilient and sustainable future. Discover some of our signature power and energy projects here.
What you’ll be challenged to do:
As a Principal Substation Engineer, you will lead or support utility and power substation projects and clients.
In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
- Develop substation layout drawings including, plan and elevations, yard layouts, grounding, grounding details, raceway, raceway details, control building layouts, cable lists, and material lists on new and existing substations.
- Develop substation one lines, three lines, Aux AC Power Systems, DC Power Systems, DC Schematics, SCADA and Communications Systems, Relay Panel Layouts, Equipment Wiring, and Cable Schedules for new and existing substations.
- Prepare calculations and reports presenting the calculations to clients.
- Prepare equipment specifications, for substation equipment, components, and construction.
- Responsible for managing the technical, financial, and scheduling aspects of substation projects.
- May act in th capacity of project manager, client manager or capture/proposal manager.
- Build, maintain, and manage the necessary skills, resources, and expertise to develop and deliver strategic services, partnerships, programs, and projects.
- Collaborate internally to pursue power substation projects regionally and nationally with the objective of increasing GFT presence in the power delivery business.
- Provides QA/QC reviews.
-
Mentor or lead a staff of engineers and other technical specialist
Develop and nurture client relationships and work across multiple disciplines in other offices. - Assume an active role in the preparation of proposals bids, reports and presentations
Education | Experience:
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Professional Engineer License
- 15 +years progressive experience in design, engineering and project management within power and utility industry.
- Interest in or direct experience working in the consulting engineering profession.
- Demonstrated ability with project management software and tools (Microsoft Project or similar) for scope, schedule, and budget management.
- Design experience in high voltage substation, and distribution projects.
- Experience in the creation of quality technical solutions and the design delivery of major power delivery projects.
- Commitment to driving strong business performance, continuous improvement, and best practices.
- Advanced Degree strongly preferred.
- Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation or Inventor
Compensation:
The salary range for this role is $147,000-$175,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
Featured Benefits:
- Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
- Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Company Overview:
Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™
GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.
Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.
Location: Remote
Employment Status: Full-Time
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"California Applicants"
Applicants in the County of Los Angeles - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Applicants in the City of San Francisco - Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Applicants in the State of California - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.
Gannett Fleming does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
Application deadline 9/20/2026
What You Will Do:
Joining the power team at GFT means engaging in cutting-edge projects that drive the future of energy infrastructure. Our team excels in providing solutions for power transmission, distribution, and renewable energy, utilizing advanced technologies and creative problem-solving to meet today’s diverse energy needs. Be part of a dynamic group dedicated to enhancing system reliability, sustainability, and efficiency while shaping the energy landscape for a resilient and sustainable future. Discover some of our signature power and energy projects here.
What you’ll be challenged to do:
As a Principal Substation Engineer, you will lead or support utility and power substation projects and clients.
In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
- Develop substation layout drawings including, plan and elevations, yard layouts, grounding, grounding details, raceway, raceway details, control building layouts, cable lists, and material lists on new and existing substations.
- Develop substation one lines, three lines, Aux AC Power Systems, DC Power Systems, DC Schematics, SCADA and Communications Systems, Relay Panel Layouts, Equipment Wiring, and Cable Schedules for new and existing substations.
- Prepare calculations and reports presenting the calculations to clients.
- Prepare equipment specifications, for substation equipment, components, and construction.
- Responsible for managing the technical, financial, and scheduling aspects of substation projects.
- May act in th capacity of project manager, client manager or capture/proposal manager.
- Build, maintain, and manage the necessary skills, resources, and expertise to develop and deliver strategic services, partnerships, programs, and projects.
- Collaborate internally to pursue power substation projects regionally and nationally with the objective of increasing GFT presence in the power delivery business.
- Provides QA/QC reviews.
-
Mentor or lead a staff of engineers and other technical specialist
Develop and nurture client relationships and work across multiple disciplines in other offices. - Assume an active role in the preparation of proposals bids, reports and presentations
Education | Experience:
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Professional Engineer License
- 15 +years progressive experience in design, engineering and project management within power and utility industry.
- Interest in or direct experience working in the consulting engineering profession.
- Demonstrated ability with project management software and tools (Microsoft Project or similar) for scope, schedule, and budget management.
- Design experience in high voltage substation, and distribution projects.
- Experience in the creation of quality technical solutions and the design delivery of major power delivery projects.
- Commitment to driving strong business performance, continuous improvement, and best practices.
- Advanced Degree strongly preferred.
- Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation or Inventor
Compensation:
The salary range for this role is $147,000-$175,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
Featured Benefits:
- Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
- Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Company Overview:
Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™
GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.
Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.
Location: Remote
Employment Status: Full-Time
#LI-NA1
"California Applicants"
Applicants in the County of Los Angeles - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Applicants in the City of San Francisco - Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Applicants in the State of California - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.
Gannett Fleming does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
Application deadline 9/20/2026
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services13
- Energy3
- Technology & Software3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote substation engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field
- Experience with high-voltage substation design, including single-line and three-line diagrams
- Proficiency in protection and control design using relay coordination software such as ETAP or PSS/E
- Familiarity with NERC, NESC, and IEEE standards applicable to substation projects
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or active pursuit of licensure
- Knowledge of SCADA systems and communication protocols such as DNP3 or IEC 61850
Tips for Your Remote Substation Engineer Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote substation engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place. Search the current roles, find the ones that match your experience with protection systems, relay settings, or substation design, and apply directly without wading through unrelated postings.
Build a shareable design portfolio
Remote employers can't walk the floor with you, so a PDF or hosted portfolio showing single-line diagrams, protection coordination studies, or equipment layouts does the work your resume can't. Even academic or personal projects demonstrate technical competence to a hiring manager who will never meet you in person.
Signal async fluency in your application materials
Remote substation engineering teams run on written documentation and async handoffs between engineers across time zones. Call out your experience writing technical specs, markups, or design review comments in your cover letter or work samples to show you can collaborate without being in the same room.
Highlight remote-ready tooling on your resume
List ETAP, SKM PowerTools, AutoCAD Electrical, and any relay programming software you use with version specifics. Remote hiring managers scan for these because they can't verify your bench skills in person, and named tools confirm you can contribute on day one.
Remote Substation Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote substation engineer job?
Target engineering consultancies, independent power producers, and renewable energy developers that run distributed project teams, since those employers are most likely to hire substation engineers remotely. Remote hiring managers screen hard for self-direction, clear written communication, and proficiency with tools like AutoCAD, ETAP, and protection relay software. A portfolio of completed protection schemes, equipment specs, or single-line diagrams gives you a concrete edge over candidates who only list software on a resume.
Which companies hire remote substation engineers?
Employers currently hiring remote substation engineers include ENTRUST Solutions, AECOM, and Revamp Engineering, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Remote openings tend to come from engineering consultancies, renewable energy developers, and transmission and distribution firms that staff project teams across multiple regions without centralizing them in one office.
Can you get a remote substation engineer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level substation engineer roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one without in-person mentorship. Your best path is through engineering consultancies that hire junior designers for CAD drafting, protection coordination studies, or equipment specification tasks. Show completed coursework projects, a personal design portfolio, or any internship work with substation layouts or relay settings to open those doors.
Do you need a degree for remote substation engineer jobs?
Usually, but not always. Most remote substation engineer postings ask for a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field, and a PE license strengthens your candidacy significantly. Some employers, especially on the design and drafting side, will weigh demonstrated hands-on experience with ETAP, relay configuration, or protection coordination studies heavily enough to hire without a four-year degree.
Which industries hire the most remote substation engineers?
Most remote substation engineer openings sit in Consulting & Professional Services, Energy, and Technology & Software, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Those sectors hire remotely because their project teams are geographically distributed across transmission corridors, generation sites, and regional utility service territories that no single office can cover.
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