Substation Electrical Engineer Jobs in Ohio
Substation Electrical Engineer jobs in Ohio are consistently active, concentrated in electric utilities, transmission and distribution infrastructure, and large industrial manufacturing operations, with openings at every level from entry-level designers through senior protection and control engineers. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor most of the hiring, where established employers like AEP Ohio, FirstEnergy, and Black and Veatch maintain substantial Ohio operations. The most sought-after specialties are protection and control design, SCADA integration, and high-voltage substation commissioning. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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This Opportunity
WSP USA hosts hundreds of internships across the United States to gain hands-on, meaningful work experience to enhance their education and professional aptitude. Our interns gain exposure to real projects while working side by side with senior staff. Through our Developing Professionals Network, interns gain mentorship, networking opportunities and lifelong career connections.
Our Power and Energy Team is seeking a Full-Time Electrical Engineering (Substation) Intern to work out of our Columbus OH, office. The following location will also be considered: New Albany, OH. This temporary position is seeking individuals currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program.
This internship will be part of the WSP Summer Internship Program. As a summer intern, you have the opportunity to participate in our 12-week program scheduled to start on May 17th, 2027. The individual start date of the internship may be flexible.
WSP brings global expertise in power delivery, power generation, and program management—anchored by the acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. TRC Companies have now joined WSP, deepening our power practice and expanding our energy advisory and intelligent grid services. We're partnering with clients to shape how energy systems evolve around the world—and we need your help.
Your Impact
- Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
- Learn basic principles of Electrical Engineering.
- Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis.
- Support preparation of final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates.
- Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
- Complete training on assigned tasks.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
- Please note that there is no relocation or housing assistance associated with this internship.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Actively enrolled in an accredited Electrical Engineering, or related, Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
- Must be 18 or older.
- Demonstrated interest in Electrical Engineering, or related field, and have a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP’s work and projects.
- Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
- Capable of taking direction from leadership, mentors, and managers to executive projects.
- Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
- Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using AutoCAD or other 2D CAD software.
- Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus
This Opportunity
WSP USA hosts hundreds of internships across the United States to gain hands-on, meaningful work experience to enhance their education and professional aptitude. Our interns gain exposure to real projects while working side by side with senior staff. Through our Developing Professionals Network, interns gain mentorship, networking opportunities and lifelong career connections.
Our Power and Energy Team is seeking a Full-Time Electrical Engineering (Substation) Intern to work out of our Columbus OH, office. The following location will also be considered: New Albany, OH. This temporary position is seeking individuals currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program.
This internship will be part of the WSP Summer Internship Program. As a summer intern, you have the opportunity to participate in our 12-week program scheduled to start on May 17th, 2027. The individual start date of the internship may be flexible.
WSP brings global expertise in power delivery, power generation, and program management—anchored by the acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. TRC Companies have now joined WSP, deepening our power practice and expanding our energy advisory and intelligent grid services. We're partnering with clients to shape how energy systems evolve around the world—and we need your help.
Your Impact
- Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
- Learn basic principles of Electrical Engineering.
- Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis.
- Support preparation of final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates.
- Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
- Complete training on assigned tasks.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
- Please note that there is no relocation or housing assistance associated with this internship.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Actively enrolled in an accredited Electrical Engineering, or related, Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
- Must be 18 or older.
- Demonstrated interest in Electrical Engineering, or related field, and have a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP’s work and projects.
- Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
- Capable of taking direction from leadership, mentors, and managers to executive projects.
- Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
- Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using AutoCAD or other 2D CAD software.
- Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus
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What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in substation electrical engineer jobs across Ohio.
- Active Ohio Professional Engineer license or eligibility for reciprocal licensure from another state
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited program required
- Experience with protection and control design using relay coordination and settings software
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar engineering drafting and design tools
- Familiarity with IEEE, NESC, and NERC standards governing substation design and operations
- Ability to work on energized or de-energized substation sites with appropriate safety clearances
Substation Electrical Engineer Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a substation electrical engineer in Ohio?
The standard path starts with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited program, followed by gaining four years of progressive engineering experience to qualify for the Professional Engineer exam administered through the State of Ohio Engineers and Surveyors Board. Most Ohio utilities and engineering firms require or strongly prefer a PE license for project-of-record work. Entry-level candidates typically start as junior engineers or designer technicians before pursuing licensure.
How much do substation electrical engineers make in Ohio?
Substation electrical 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 companies hire substation electrical engineers in Ohio?
Employers hiring substation electrical engineers in Ohio right now include Burns & McDonnell, WSP, and GPD, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Ohio's large investor-owned utilities and the engineering consulting firms that support grid modernization and transmission expansion projects generate the most consistent demand across the state.
Which Ohio cities have the most substation electrical engineer jobs?
Columbus, Akron, and Toledo have the most substation electrical engineer openings in Ohio. Columbus drives volume through AEP Ohio's headquarters and a cluster of engineering consulting offices, while Cleveland and Cincinnati reflect the regional utility footprints of FirstEnergy and Duke Energy Ohio, along with the heavy industrial base that requires dedicated substation infrastructure support.
Are there remote substation electrical engineer jobs in Ohio?
Yes, but they're rare. Substation engineering is largely a field-oriented and drawing-room discipline requiring site visits, equipment inspections, and coordination with construction crews, so full remote work is uncommon. About 100% of substation electrical engineer openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to be limited to protection and control design or SCADA review work that can be performed using drawing packages and remote access tools.
How can I get hired as a substation electrical engineer in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a junior or engineer-in-training role at one of Ohio's large utilities or transmission-focused consulting firms, where structured mentorship toward PE licensure is common. AEP Ohio and FirstEnergy both recruit new graduates for engineering development programs that rotate through substation design, protection and control, and field commissioning. Candidates who have completed an electrical power concentration, have AutoCAD or MicroStation proficiency, or hold an Engineer-in-Training certification from the Ohio Engineers and Surveyors Board stand out in early-career applicant pools.
Where can I find and apply to substation electrical engineer jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to substation electrical engineer jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings from utilities, engineering consulting firms, and industrial employers. Search the listings above to see roles that match your experience level and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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