Substation Electrician Jobs in New York
Substation Electrician jobs in New York are among the most active in the Northeast, with consistent demand from investor-owned utilities, public power authorities, and large infrastructure contractors across entry-level apprentice positions through senior relay technician and project lead roles. The heaviest hiring concentrates in the New York City metro, Albany, and Buffalo, where employers like Con Edison, the New York Power Authority, and National Grid maintain extensive transmission and distribution networks. The most sought-after specialties include protective relay testing, high-voltage switching, and SCADA integration. 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 34,000 people, in over 30 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 Project 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 Project Engineer position within the Power Delivery & Renewable unit of Arcadis. The position requires candidate directly interface with client and Arcadis' power delivery team, manager 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 for various projects.
The position consisting in 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 team (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
- Support 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
- Project design delivery under supervision from senior engineers to perform engineering and detail design drawings, studies and analysis, prepare bidding documents and specifications, bills of materials, shop drawing review, procurement and construction documents
- 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 support senior engineers to complete Issue for Construction design packages for large and medium size projects
- For Power Delivery projects provide 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 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 within North America.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
- Minimum 7 years of relevant experience within Substation projects from 4kV up to 500kV. Able to execute and delivery complete substation package under minimal supervision
- Experience with key considerations for substation physical layouts, section & 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. 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 employer. 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 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $105,494 - $158,242. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.
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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 34,000 people, in over 30 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 Project 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 Project Engineer position within the Power Delivery & Renewable unit of Arcadis. The position requires candidate directly interface with client and Arcadis' power delivery team, manager 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 for various projects.
The position consisting in 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 team (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
- Support 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
- Project design delivery under supervision from senior engineers to perform engineering and detail design drawings, studies and analysis, prepare bidding documents and specifications, bills of materials, shop drawing review, procurement and construction documents
- 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 support senior engineers to complete Issue for Construction design packages for large and medium size projects
- For Power Delivery projects provide 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 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 within North America.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
- Minimum 7 years of relevant experience within Substation projects from 4kV up to 500kV. Able to execute and delivery complete substation package under minimal supervision
- Experience with key considerations for substation physical layouts, section & 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. 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 employer. 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 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $105,494 - $158,242. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.
LI-HC2
Resilience-NA
Environment-NA
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Substation Electrician Job Market in New York
A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- LaBella Associates7
- Arcadis2
- WSP2
- HDR1
- NAES Corporation1
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services7
- Construction & Real Estate6
- Energy1
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in substation electrician jobs across New York.
- Active New York State electrical license or certificate recognized by the New York Department of Labor
- Completion of a IBEW-affiliated or state-registered electrical apprenticeship program
- Experience working on high-voltage substation equipment up to 138 kV or higher
- Familiarity with NFPA 70E arc flash safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures
- Ability to read and interpret substation one-line diagrams, protection schematics, and wiring drawings
- Valid driver's license with a clean record for field travel to multiple substation sites
Substation Electrician Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a substation electrician in New York?
The most direct path is completing a state-registered electrical apprenticeship, typically through an IBEW local union program recognized by the New York Department of Labor. Apprentices combine on-the-job training with classroom instruction, progressing toward a journeyman electrician certificate. Some employers, including Con Edison and the New York Power Authority, also consider candidates with an associate degree in electrical technology combined with relevant coursework in power systems and protection.
How much do substation electricians make in New York?
Substation electricians in New York earn a median of about $98,310 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $71,930 for the lowest 10% to over $129,980 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire substation electricians in New York?
Employers hiring substation electricians in New York right now include LaBella Associates, Arcadis, and WSP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New York's large investor-owned utilities and public power authorities tend to post consistently throughout the year, with additional demand from transmission contractors working on grid modernization projects across the state.
Which New York cities have the most substation electrician jobs?
Syracuse, Albany, and Rochester have the most substation electrician openings in New York. The New York City metro leads because Con Edison and National Grid operate dense urban distribution networks there, while Albany draws openings tied to state government infrastructure projects and the New York Power Authority's regional operations, and Buffalo benefits from National Grid's upstate transmission footprint and ongoing grid reliability investments.
Are there remote substation electrician jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're rare. Substation electrician work is inherently hands-on, requiring physical presence at energized equipment, so most roles are fully on-site. About 15% of substation electrician openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The portions most likely to allow remote work are protection and controls design, relay coordination studies, or SCADA configuration roles that sit closer to engineering than field operations.
How can I get hired as a substation electrician in New York with little or no experience?
Entering through a registered electrical apprenticeship is the most realistic path. IBEW locals across New York, including locals in New York City, Albany, and Buffalo, accept apprentice applications directly and do not require prior substation experience. Large employers like the New York Power Authority and Con Edison also run structured apprentice and helper programs for candidates without field backgrounds. Holding a state-registered pre-apprentice certificate or an associate degree in electrical technology strengthens your application considerably.
Where can I find and apply to substation electrician jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to substation electrician jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to each employer through the listing.
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