Mid Level Substation Electrical Engineer Jobs
Mid level substation electrical engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own protection and control designs end to end, coordinate with utilities and contractors directly, and resolve field issues with minimal oversight. Openings run heavily on-site and hybrid across Construction & Real Estate, Transportation & Logistics, and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like Burns & McDonnell, Kiewit, and Mesa Associates hiring at this level now.
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Description
The Staff Substation Engineer will work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer to develop design deliverables for new and modified high-voltage (13kV to 765kV) electrical power substation projects. The Staff 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.
- Supports substation projects from the conceptual phase through completion.
- Prepares and develops 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.
- Develops substation calculations, including, but not limited to, insulation, AC station service, DC systems and battery sizing, voltage drop, cable sizing, and conduit fill.
- Prepares design sketches, cost estimates, equipment specifications, bill of materials, and other required deliverables.
- Applies intermediate knowledge of IEEE, NESC, and other industry and utility standards, guides, specifications and procedures.
- Supports field inspections for substation facilities on public and private utility systems.
- Researches and compiles project-related data as required by the project managers.
- Supports client presentations, reports, and visualizations to demonstrate technical results and project status.
- Identifies, communicates and supports the resolution of issues on projects as needed.
- Works with the project manager to support the project schedule and meet deadlines.
- 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.
- Supports the preparation of proposals and client presentations during the proposal process.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 3 years of substation engineering experience required. Consulting preferred.
- Or Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related degree from an ABET accredited program, successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 3 years of substation engineering experience required. Consulting 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.
- Engineers in Training-EIT Certification strongly preferred.
Compensation
$125,000.00-175,000.00 Yearly
The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.
Benefits
Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Engineering
Primary Location US-CA-Brea
Other Locations US-CA-San Diego, US-CA-Walnut Creek, US-CA-Los Angeles
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Req ID: 261785
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-HMH #T&D N/A
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Mid Level Substation Electrical Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level substation electrical engineer job?
Position your experience around ownership, not just task completion. Highlight projects where you led the protection and control design, managed vendor submittals, or coordinated with a utility from interconnection through commissioning. Emphasize your familiarity with relevant standards such as NERC, IEEE, or NESC, and make sure your resume reflects specific deliverables, not just responsibilities. Concrete outcomes matter more than years at this stage.
Which companies hire mid level substation electrical engineers?
Companies hiring mid level substation electrical engineers right now include Burns & McDonnell, Kiewit, and Mesa Associates, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Engineering consulting firms, electric utilities, and power delivery contractors tend to hire the most consistently at this level, particularly those with active transmission, distribution, or renewable interconnection programs.
Are there remote mid level substation electrical engineer jobs?
Yes, though most roles involve a significant field or office component given the hands-on nature of substation work. About 17% of mid level substation electrical engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions typically focus on design, modeling, or protection engineering rather than commissioning or site coordination duties.
How do I move up to a mid level substation electrical engineer role?
The path from entry level to mid level is built on progressively owning more of a project cycle. That means moving from drafting designs under supervision to producing complete protection and control packages, writing commissioning procedures, and interfacing with utilities independently. Engineers who pursue Professional Engineer licensure, deepen their relay programming skills, and document measurable project contributions tend to make that transition faster.
Which industries hire the most mid level substation electrical engineers?
Mid Level substation electrical engineer roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Transportation & Logistics, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Those sectors drive demand because grid modernization, renewable energy interconnection, and aging infrastructure replacement all require engineers who can take projects from design through energization with limited supervision.