Substation Electrical Engineer Jobs in Connecticut
Substation Electrical Engineer jobs in Connecticut are open across Orange, Rocky Hill, and Sandy Hook and other Connecticut metros, with employers like Arcadis, Burns & McDonnell, and HDR hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.
ROLE DESCRIPTION
Arcadis is currently seeking a highly motivated Senior Substation Electrical Engineer to join the Power Delivery team. Arcadis’ Power Delivery group partners with clients to provide comprehensive plans that incorporate all aspects of their projects. You can see this in the work we do for our clients, the opportunities we create for our people, and in our efforts to enhance the communities in which we live and work. We bring together world-class resources and the latest innovative technologies to help define the cities and experiences of tomorrow. This is a Sr. Technical position within the Power Delivery & Renewable unit of Arcadis. The position requires candidate directly interface with client and Arcadis' power delivery team, manage project management, project engineering, proposal management and business development. The candidate will also make sure day-to-day client engagement, coordination, and project execution role. The position is accountable to ensure project execution in accordance with all applicable codes and standards, including all of Arcadis’s policies and procedures, such as Safety, Environmental, Quality Assurance and Quality Control. The incumbent will also work closely with other Power Delivery departments, including the Transmission Engineering, Distribution Engineering, Protection & Control Engineering, EV Technology and the System Planning and Studies teams, as well as with other Arcadis business divisions and sectors. The position consists of the coordination of the power delivery renewable energy team and performing hands-on Substation Electrical engineering, detail design and studies for utility and developer clients in North America. The incumbent will also work closely with other renewable energy teams (e.g. wind, solar, green H2, etc.) with Arcadis' business units. As part of the Power Delivery & Renewable team, you will help improve quality of life.
ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Responsible for engineering, detail design, studies and delivery of substation physical electrical projects on transmission and distribution substations at voltages from 4kV to 500kV with quality, schedule, and safe design in mind
- Independently perform engineering and detail design drawings, studies and analysis, prepare bidding documents and specifications, bills of materials, shop drawing review, procurement and construction documents
- Lead and participate in the preparation of project estimates, engineering estimates and proposals, and client engagement and business development activities
- Coordinate closely with civil, structural, high-voltage P&C electrical, telecommunications, geotechnical engineers to develop complete Issue for Construction design packages for projects
- Act as Project Manager, Proposal Manager and Technical Lead to support services and plan, develop, and grow power delivery client's goal and business growth for the region
- Serve as a mentor to junior members of the team. Conduct quality assurance/quality control on the work of other electrical engineers, electrical designers, or technicians. Participate in meetings with clients, contractors, and vendors to support business development and project execution
We are seeking an individual with a strong team player mindset and excellent communication skills to join our team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to collaborate effectively with colleagues. Additionally, this position may involve travel of up to 25% to client sites and customer meetings, both within North America and potentially internationally.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
- Minimum 8 years of relevant experience within Substation projects from 4kV up to 500kV. Able to execute and deliver complete substation package under minimal supervision
- Experience with key considerations for substation physical layouts, sections & elevations, bus configurations, cable and conduit sizing, grounding, control building, lighting & lightning, and all aspects of HV and EHV substation engineering & design and studies
- Proficient in AutoCAD and SKM/ETAP, CDEGS/WinIGS, other engineering software to complete substation design
- Design experience adhering to National Electrical Code, National Electric Safety Code, IEEE codes and standards, and county, city and state codes, ordinances and standards.
Preferred Qualifications
- PE license
- Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
WHY ARCADIS?
We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together. You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you. Together, we can create a lasting legacy. Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.
OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, INCLUSION & BELONGING
We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 20 days PTO that accrue per year.
The salary range for this position is $97,600 - $168,360. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.
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Who's Hiring
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- HDR1

- Jacobs1

- LaBella Associates1

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What Connecticut Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in substation electrical engineer jobs across Connecticut.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field required
- Experience with protection and control system design for transmission or distribution substations
- Proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation for substation design drawings and schematics
- Familiarity with IEEE and ANSI standards for substation equipment and system protection
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required or actively in progress for many senior roles
- Experience with SCADA systems, relay programming, or substation automation platforms
Substation Electrical Engineer Jobs in Connecticut: Frequently Asked Questions
How many substation electrical engineer jobs are there in Connecticut?
There are 5+ substation electrical engineer openings in Connecticut on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Orange, Rocky Hill, and Sandy Hook. New positions post regularly as employers across Connecticut hire.
How much do substation electrical engineers make in Connecticut?
Substation electrical engineers in Connecticut earn a median of about $104,160 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $82,300 for the lowest 10% to over $162,290 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Connecticut cities have the most substation electrical engineer jobs?
Orange, Rocky Hill, and Sandy Hook have the most substation electrical engineer openings in Connecticut right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire substation electrical engineers in Connecticut?
Employers hiring substation electrical engineers in Connecticut include Arcadis, Burns & McDonnell, and HDR, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote substation electrical engineer jobs in Connecticut?
Yes. About 20% of substation electrical engineer openings tied to Connecticut are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Connecticut metros.
How do I apply for substation electrical engineer jobs in Connecticut?
You can apply to substation electrical engineer jobs in Connecticut directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Connecticut location, then apply to each one that fits.
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