Substation Design Engineer Jobs in Ohio
Substation Design Engineer jobs in Ohio are open across Columbus and Akron and other Ohio metros, with employers like Burns & McDonnell, Kiewit, and Kiewit Corporation hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Description
The Senior Substation Engineer will lead the preparation of design deliverables for new and modified high-voltage (13kV to 765kV) electrical power substation projects. The Senior Substation Engineer will work with the project team through the design and construction process, adapting engineering plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs.
- Leads substation projects from the conceptual phase through completion.
- Leads the preparation and development of substation design packages, including—but not limited to—physical arrangement above and below grade, protective relaying and control, electrical studies such as grounding and lightning analysis, and lighting and security.
- Leads the development of substation calculations, including—but not limited to—insulation, AC station service, DC systems and battery sizing, voltage drop, cable sizing, and conduit fill.
- Leads the preparation of design sketches, cost estimates, equipment specifications, bill of materials, and other required deliverables.
- Applies advanced knowledge of IEEE, NESC, and other industry and utility standards, guides, specifications, and procedures.
- Leads field inspections for substation facilities on public and private utility systems.
- Leads execution of complex assignments requiring the use of advanced tools and techniques, resulting in the development of new or improved processes, equipment, and/or technological methods.
- Identifies, communicates, and leads resolution of issues on projects as needed.
- Manages project schedule and meets deadlines for the deliverables under supervision.
- Manages project budget for the deliverables under supervision.
- Works closely with the project team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to the client’s satisfaction and that projects are following internal QA/QC guidelines.
- Performs design quality reviews.
- Meets and corresponds with clients or outside personnel to develop relationships with key client points of contact.
- Leads the preparation of proposals, including schedule and budget estimates.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 7 years of substation project or related experience, consulting experience preferred required or Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related degree from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and 7 years of substation project or related experience, consulting experience preferred.
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Demonstrated critical thinking skills.
- Desire to work in a collaborative team environment.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
- Must be capable of applying diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices to broad areas of assignments.
- Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.
- Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.
Job Engineering
Primary Location US-OH-Akron
Other Locations US-OH-Columbus
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Req ID: 260693
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-JNH #T&D N/A
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Substation Design Engineer Job Market in Ohio
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Who's Hiring
- Burns & McDonnell2

- Kiewit2

- Kiewit Corporation1

- WSP1

Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate5
- Consulting & Professional Services3
- Transportation & Logistics3
What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in substation design engineer jobs across Ohio.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field
- Experience producing substation one-line diagrams, physical layouts, and protection and control drawings
- Proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation for substation design deliverables
- Familiarity with NESC, IEEE, and NERC standards applicable to substation projects
- Experience with power system analysis software such as ETAP or SKM Power Tools
- Professional Engineer license or active progress toward PE licensure preferred
Substation Design Engineer Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How many substation design engineer jobs are there in Ohio?
There are 6+ substation design engineer openings in Ohio on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Columbus and Akron. New positions post regularly as employers across Ohio hire.
How much do substation design engineers make in Ohio?
Substation design engineers in Ohio earn a median of about $100,620 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $72,690 for the lowest 10% to over $149,390 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Ohio cities have the most substation design engineer jobs?
Columbus and Akron have the most substation design engineer openings in Ohio right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire substation design engineers in Ohio?
Employers hiring substation design engineers in Ohio include Burns & McDonnell, Kiewit, and Kiewit Corporation, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote substation design engineer jobs in Ohio?
Yes. About 0% of substation design engineer openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Ohio metros.
How do I apply for substation design engineer jobs in Ohio?
You can apply to substation design engineer jobs in Ohio directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Ohio location, then apply to each one that fits.
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