Substation Engineer Jobs in Delaware
Substation Engineer jobs in Delaware are open across Newark and other Delaware metros, with employers like KBR, Mesa Associates, and Mesa Associates hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Substation Electrical Engineer
KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.
KBR is looking for a Substation Electrical Engineer, SME to supervise and lead a group of engineers and designers. Provides technical direction, training, mentoring and/or quality checking project deliverables. You will plan, budget, organize, and control an important segment of a very extensive and highly diversified engineering scope.
Functional job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
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Must have experience leading teams of electrical engineers and designers on projects for electrical substations.
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Experience is required related to the development of task analysis for engineering and design hours; working with project schedules; and tracking earned value on the completed electrical engineering and design.
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The candidate must be able to travel to client sites for client meetings and surveys of existing facilities.
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Must be proficient on the following technical topics:
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High voltage substation engineering and design.
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Substation yard layouts, sections, grounding, lightning protection, raceways, and bill of materials.
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One lines, three lines, auxiliary AC and DC power systems and schematics, relay panels, and equipment wiring.
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Protection and controls design.
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Calculations (grounding, lightning protection, AC and DC load studies, etc.).
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Substation equipment specifications.
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National Electrical Safety Code and IEEE / ANSI Standards.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills:
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Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
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10+ years of experience required.
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Excellent communication skills.
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Professional Engineering (P.E.) license is preferred.
Decarbonization – Energy Transition – Sustainability
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
KBR
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Substation Engineer Job Market in Delaware
A snapshot from current Delaware openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Mesa Associates4

- KBR3

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services4
What Delaware Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in substation engineer jobs across Delaware.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field
- Experience with high-voltage substation design, including single-line and three-line diagrams
- Proficiency in protection and control design using relay coordination software such as ETAP or PSS/E
- Familiarity with NERC, NESC, and IEEE standards applicable to substation projects
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or active pursuit of licensure
- Knowledge of SCADA systems and communication protocols such as DNP3 or IEC 61850
Substation Engineer Jobs in Delaware: Frequently Asked Questions
How many substation engineer jobs are there in Delaware?
There are 7+ substation engineer openings in Delaware on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Newark. New positions post regularly as employers across Delaware hire.
Which Delaware cities have the most substation engineer jobs?
Newark have the most substation engineer openings in Delaware right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire substation engineers in Delaware?
Employers hiring substation engineers in Delaware include KBR, Mesa Associates, and Mesa Associates, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote substation engineer jobs in Delaware?
Yes. About 29% of substation engineer openings tied to Delaware are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Delaware metros.
How do I apply for substation engineer jobs in Delaware?
You can apply to substation engineer jobs in Delaware directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Delaware location, then apply to each one that fits.
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