Substation Engineer Jobs in Arizona
Substation Engineer jobs in Arizona are consistently active, driven by the state's rapid utility infrastructure expansion, large-scale solar and transmission projects, and growing data center corridor requiring dedicated power distribution expertise, with openings from entry-level design roles through senior system engineers. Phoenix, Tucson, and the Tempe-Mesa corridor account for most hiring, anchored by employers like Arizona Public Service, Salt River Project, and Burns & McDonnell, which maintain long-standing engineering operations across the state. Protection and control engineering, high-voltage transmission design, and SCADA integration are the most in-demand specialties right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Electrical Consultants, Inc., a leading power engineering consultant firm, has an immediate opening for an experienced substation senior engineer in the Phoenix, AZ office. This position will be responsible for configuring and producing engineering drawings for installation and commissioning of electro-mechanical and microprocessor type protection relay systems in high voltage substations. These systems are used to protect and control the operation of distribution and transmission lines, medium and large power transformers, shunt capacitor banks, shunt reactors, series capacitor banks and associated electrical buses and equipment in high voltage substations and switchyards. The successful applicant will work with design teams involved with conceptual, preliminary, and final design of station projects 4.16 kV through 500 kV. Specific job tasks performed include producing one-line, three-line, schematic and wiring diagrams for high voltage substation projects. Diligence in the education and training of less experienced staff is an expectation. Occasional travel required.
Minimum Requirements: BSEE, 5+ year's of experience specifying, configuring and producing engineering drawings for installation and commissioning of electro-mechanical and microprocessor type protection relay systems in high voltage substations and an extensive background in power system protection and control required. The successful applicant must have proven experience managing a team and have excellent communication (verbal and written), organizational and writing skills. Successful applicant may be subject to client mandated drug and background checking and is required to meet the requirements of ECI's auto insurance carrier. Applicants must not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status) now or in the future.
Salary commensurate with experience and education. Benefits include:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k), profit sharing and employee stock ownership plan
- Paid vacation, personal days and holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Continued professional education reimbursement
Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) employs over 850 engineers, designers, project managers, surveyors, ROW agents, environmental planners, construction professionals and support staff in 37 offices across the U.S. The firm has more than 40 years of experience in the planning, engineering, and construction of a wide range of power delivery projects including substations, transmission lines, distribution systems, communication systems and industrial facilities.
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Electrical Consultants, Inc., a leading power engineering consultant firm, has an immediate opening for an experienced substation senior engineer in the Phoenix, AZ office. This position will be responsible for configuring and producing engineering drawings for installation and commissioning of electro-mechanical and microprocessor type protection relay systems in high voltage substations. These systems are used to protect and control the operation of distribution and transmission lines, medium and large power transformers, shunt capacitor banks, shunt reactors, series capacitor banks and associated electrical buses and equipment in high voltage substations and switchyards. The successful applicant will work with design teams involved with conceptual, preliminary, and final design of station projects 4.16 kV through 500 kV. Specific job tasks performed include producing one-line, three-line, schematic and wiring diagrams for high voltage substation projects. Diligence in the education and training of less experienced staff is an expectation. Occasional travel required.
Minimum Requirements: BSEE, 5+ year's of experience specifying, configuring and producing engineering drawings for installation and commissioning of electro-mechanical and microprocessor type protection relay systems in high voltage substations and an extensive background in power system protection and control required. The successful applicant must have proven experience managing a team and have excellent communication (verbal and written), organizational and writing skills. Successful applicant may be subject to client mandated drug and background checking and is required to meet the requirements of ECI's auto insurance carrier. Applicants must not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status) now or in the future.
Salary commensurate with experience and education. Benefits include:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k), profit sharing and employee stock ownership plan
- Paid vacation, personal days and holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Continued professional education reimbursement
Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) employs over 850 engineers, designers, project managers, surveyors, ROW agents, environmental planners, construction professionals and support staff in 37 offices across the U.S. The firm has more than 40 years of experience in the planning, engineering, and construction of a wide range of power delivery projects including substations, transmission lines, distribution systems, communication systems and industrial facilities.
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What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in substation engineer jobs across Arizona.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or closely related field required
- Professional Engineer license issued or recognized by the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration preferred
- Hands-on experience with substation protection, control schemes, and relay coordination
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or substation design software for single-line and wiring diagrams
- Familiarity with NERC reliability standards and IEEE substation design guidelines
- Experience with SCADA systems, RTU configuration, or substation automation preferred
Substation Engineer Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a substation engineer in Arizona?
The clearest path is a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering followed by gaining four years of progressive engineering experience, then pursuing a Professional Engineer license through the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration, which administers the PE exam and oversees licensure in the state. Most Arizona utilities and engineering firms prefer or require PE licensure for lead and senior substation roles. An EIT designation earned after passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam is a strong stepping stone while building toward full licensure.
Which companies hire substation engineers in Arizona?
Employers hiring substation engineers in Arizona right now include Sargent & Lundy, Quanta Infrastructure Solutions, and Quanta Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Arizona's combination of large investor-owned utilities, municipal power systems, and engineering consulting firms serving the Southwest's transmission build-out creates a broad and durable employer base for this role.
Which Arizona cities have the most substation engineer jobs?
Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tempe have the most substation engineer openings in Arizona. Phoenix dominates because it is home to Arizona Public Service and Salt River Project headquarters along with a dense cluster of power engineering consultants, while Tucson's Tucson Electric Power operations and Mesa's expanding industrial corridor generate consistent demand outside the main metro.
Are there remote substation engineer jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. Substation engineering is fundamentally field-oriented, requiring site visits, equipment inspections, and commissioning work that cannot be done remotely. About 46% of substation engineer openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those listings typically involve design-only or study-phase work such as protection coordination analysis or relay setting calculations that can be completed off-site.
How can I get hired as a substation engineer in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to engineering rotational or new-graduate programs at Arizona's large utilities, particularly Arizona Public Service and Salt River Project, both of which recruit electrical engineering graduates directly into substation-adjacent roles covering distribution design and relay technician support. Candidates who have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam and hold an EIT designation stand out, as do those with internship or co-op experience from Arizona State University or University of Arizona engineering programs that maintain utility partnerships. Entry roles in protection and controls technician work or distribution design provide a direct lateral move into substation engineering.
Where can I find and apply to substation engineer jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to substation engineer jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings updated regularly. Find roles that match your experience and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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