Substation Design Engineer Jobs in Virginia
Substation Design Engineer jobs in Virginia are open across Glen Allen, Richmond, and Ashburn and other Virginia metros, with employers like HDR, Dominion Energy, and WSP hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Senior Substation Engineer - P&C
Job Title: Senior Substation Engineer (P&C)
Location: Richmond, VA
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Alpha 3 is seeking a Senior Substation Engineer with education and experience in substation equipment, calculations, and protection and control to support high voltage substation projects from conceptual through detailed design. This is a full-time position with a hybrid work schedule. Three days per week (typically Tuesday-Thursday) are expected to be in the office and two days per week from home. Preferred office location Richmond, VA. Other locations may be available, depending on the candidate’s qualifications.
Responsibilities
- Analyze, evaluate, and create new designs and drawings and revise existing designs and drawings
- Work in an integrated project team environment and use knowledge of components, arrangements, and standards to complete deliverables including one lines, schematics, layouts, site plans, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, and bills of material.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Undergraduate degree in electrical/electronics engineering or a closely related field; Master’s degree in electrical power engineering preferred
- PE strongly preferred
- Fifteen (15) years of relevant experience
- In depth knowledge of electrical substations including familiarity with the physical characteristics, access, connection, and support requirements for transformers, breakers, disconnects, buswork, and associated equipment
- Utility project experience, including expert knowledge of protection requirements, protection schemes, and application of digital relays, knowledge of common substation configurations, knowledge of electrical codes including NEC and NESC is required
- Knowledge of Microstation and/or AutoCAD
- Ability to work on a team and on multiple projects
- Ability to understand and incorporate comments and feedback
- Ability to provide design reviews
- Ability to adapt to various client standards and procedures
- Personal time management skills and ability to adhere to deadlines
- Attention to detail and pride in work product quality
- Ability and willingness to support and mentor more junior team members
Salary will be determined based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant.
Available benefits include:
- Health/Dental/Vision (75% of premiums company-paid)
- 401(k) (5% company match)
- 10 Paid Holidays
- 20 Paid-time-off days
Alpha 3 is focused on delivering management and technical services to companies that own, operate, or develop infrastructure assets, particularly in the energy industry. We deliver services including: Business Administration, Business Consulting, Commissioning Support, Construction Management, Engineering & Design, Operations Management, Project Controls, Project Management, and Training.
Alpha 3 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Details
Location: Richmond, VA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $110000 - $150000 /per year
Skill Level: Mid-Senior Level
Senior Substation Engineer - P&C
Job Title: Senior Substation Engineer (P&C)
Location: Richmond, VA
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Alpha 3 is seeking a Senior Substation Engineer with education and experience in substation equipment, calculations, and protection and control to support high voltage substation projects from conceptual through detailed design. This is a full-time position with a hybrid work schedule. Three days per week (typically Tuesday-Thursday) are expected to be in the office and two days per week from home. Preferred office location Richmond, VA. Other locations may be available, depending on the candidate’s qualifications.
Responsibilities
- Analyze, evaluate, and create new designs and drawings and revise existing designs and drawings
- Work in an integrated project team environment and use knowledge of components, arrangements, and standards to complete deliverables including one lines, schematics, layouts, site plans, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, and bills of material.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Undergraduate degree in electrical/electronics engineering or a closely related field; Master’s degree in electrical power engineering preferred
- PE strongly preferred
- Fifteen (15) years of relevant experience
- In depth knowledge of electrical substations including familiarity with the physical characteristics, access, connection, and support requirements for transformers, breakers, disconnects, buswork, and associated equipment
- Utility project experience, including expert knowledge of protection requirements, protection schemes, and application of digital relays, knowledge of common substation configurations, knowledge of electrical codes including NEC and NESC is required
- Knowledge of Microstation and/or AutoCAD
- Ability to work on a team and on multiple projects
- Ability to understand and incorporate comments and feedback
- Ability to provide design reviews
- Ability to adapt to various client standards and procedures
- Personal time management skills and ability to adhere to deadlines
- Attention to detail and pride in work product quality
- Ability and willingness to support and mentor more junior team members
Salary will be determined based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant.
Available benefits include:
- Health/Dental/Vision (75% of premiums company-paid)
- 401(k) (5% company match)
- 10 Paid Holidays
- 20 Paid-time-off days
Alpha 3 is focused on delivering management and technical services to companies that own, operate, or develop infrastructure assets, particularly in the energy industry. We deliver services including: Business Administration, Business Consulting, Commissioning Support, Construction Management, Engineering & Design, Operations Management, Project Controls, Project Management, and Training.
Alpha 3 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Details
Location: Richmond, VA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $110000 - $150000 /per year
Skill Level: Mid-Senior Level
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Substation Design Engineer Job Market in Virginia
A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- HDR4
- Dominion Energy2
- WSP2
- ALPHA 31
- Ampirical1
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services8
- Energy4
- Healthcare & Medical Services3
- Agriculture & Farming1
What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in substation design engineer jobs across Virginia.
- 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 Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How many substation design engineer jobs are there in Virginia?
There are 13+ substation design engineer openings in Virginia on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Glen Allen, Richmond, and Ashburn. New positions post regularly as employers across Virginia hire.
How much do substation design engineers make in Virginia?
Substation design engineers in Virginia earn a median of about $119,030 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $80,320 for the lowest 10% to over $173,400 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Virginia cities have the most substation design engineer jobs?
Glen Allen, Richmond, and Ashburn have the most substation design engineer openings in Virginia right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire substation design engineers in Virginia?
Employers hiring substation design engineers in Virginia include HDR, Dominion Energy, and WSP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote substation design engineer jobs in Virginia?
Yes. About 23% of substation design engineer openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Virginia metros.
How do I apply for substation design engineer jobs in Virginia?
You can apply to substation design engineer jobs in Virginia directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Virginia location, then apply to each one that fits.
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