Mid Level Substation Design Engineer Jobs
Mid level substation design engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own projects end to end, drive design decisions with limited oversight, and mentor junior team members. Openings run across Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Energy, with employers like Kimley-Horn, WSP in the U.S., and E2 Consulting Engineers competing for engineers at this level now.
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- Perform conceptual and detailed HV and MV substation physical/electrical design for utilities and substations, including basic layout, electrical arrangement, one-line diagrams, three-line drawings, plan-section drawings, and grounding.
- Perform engineering studies and calculations.
- Perform quality control reviews on substation physical design projects.
- Assume the role of technical lead on projects with limited guidance.
- Create and review bills of materials for substation physical projects.
- Develop and review proposals and scopes of work for smaller substation physical projects.
- Plan and lead client meetings, or meeting sections, related to physical design as required.
- Support the continued professional development of less experienced engineers, including technical guidance and training recommendations.
- Communicate effectively with internal teams and clients to meet project objectives.
- Develop leadership skills in preparation for future roles on the team.
- 4+ years of relevant engineering experience in substation design.
- Preferred (but not required): Professional Engineering (P.E.) license, or ability to obtain within 12 months.
- Proficiency with industry-standard design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation and inventor.
- Experience with grounding studies, lightning protection studies, and lighting studies.
Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn
- Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
- Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
- Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
- Perform conceptual and detailed HV and MV substation physical/electrical design for utilities and substations, including basic layout, electrical arrangement, one-line diagrams, three-line drawings, plan-section drawings, and grounding.
- Perform engineering studies and calculations.
- Perform quality control reviews on substation physical design projects.
- Assume the role of technical lead on projects with limited guidance.
- Create and review bills of materials for substation physical projects.
- Develop and review proposals and scopes of work for smaller substation physical projects.
- Plan and lead client meetings, or meeting sections, related to physical design as required.
- Support the continued professional development of less experienced engineers, including technical guidance and training recommendations.
- Communicate effectively with internal teams and clients to meet project objectives.
- Develop leadership skills in preparation for future roles on the team.
- 4+ years of relevant engineering experience in substation design.
- Preferred (but not required): Professional Engineering (P.E.) license, or ability to obtain within 12 months.
- Proficiency with industry-standard design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation and inventor.
- Experience with grounding studies, lightning protection studies, and lighting studies.
Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn
- Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
- Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
- Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
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Mid Level Substation Design Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level substation design engineer job?
Position your experience around project ownership rather than task completion. Highlight designs you led from concept through construction, any coordination you handled across engineering, procurement, and field teams, and specific standards you applied such as IEEE or NESC. Employers at this level want to see that you can close out a project with limited oversight, so frame your resume and interviews around outcomes and decisions you drove.
Which companies hire mid level substation design engineers?
Companies hiring mid level substation design engineers right now include Kimley-Horn, WSP in the U.S., and E2 Consulting Engineers, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a broad range of employers, including power utilities, engineering and construction firms, and independent power producers investing in grid modernization and renewable integration projects.
Are there remote mid level substation design engineer jobs?
Yes, though the role skews toward on-site and hybrid given fieldwork and coordination requirements. About 0% of mid level substation design engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with remote work typically tied to design and documentation phases rather than commissioning or construction support activities.
How do I move up to a mid level substation design engineer role?
The path from entry level to mid level is built on accumulating ownership, not just hours. Focus on deepening your command of protection and control design, bus and equipment layout, and applicable standards like ANSI, IEEE, and NESC. Take on progressively larger scopes, document measurable outcomes such as designs completed or issues resolved, and seek projects where you coordinate across disciplines rather than working in a single lane.
Which industries hire the most mid level substation design engineers?
Mid Level substation design engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they are actively expanding transmission and distribution infrastructure, integrating renewable energy sources, and replacing aging substation equipment, all of which require engineers who can own design packages independently.