Entry Level Substation Engineer Jobs
New grad substation engineer jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work from a power systems lab or co-op can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Consulting & Professional Services, Energy, and Construction & Real Estate, with employers like Mesa Associates, Ulteig, and Mesa Associates hiring at this level now.
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Do you want to be part of a company where customer satisfaction, colleagues and professional development are the cornerstones? If you identify with this, keep reading!
ABOUT THE JOB
We are looking for a Lead Substation Engineer to join our team in Binghamton, NY and participate in utility and energy infrastructure projects. In this role, you will lead substation engineering projects throughout the entire project lifecycle, from scoping and conceptual design to construction support and closeout. You will develop and oversee engineering solutions, ensure compliance with industry standards, provide technical leadership on complex projects, coordinate external engineering teams, and serve as a subject matter expert while mentoring junior engineers. At IDOM, we offer you the opportunity to participate in national and international projects as part of a team where you will have the support to push your professional boundaries and improve your skills every day. In a multidisciplinary environment, you will be exposed to the latest technologies and best practices.
IDOM Offers
- Competitive compensation package
- Flexible schedule
- Life and accident insurance
- Work-life balance
- Multicultural and multidisciplinary environment
- Opportunity to take on increasing responsibility
- Strong interpersonal relationships
ABOUT YOU
Apply if you...
- Hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Have experience in substation engineering and utility infrastructure projects.
- Have experience leading engineering projects through design, construction, and project closeout phases.
- Have strong knowledge of utility engineering standards, codes, and best practices.
- Have experience performing engineering analyses, calculations, and design reviews.
- Have the ability to develop conceptual designs and oversee detailed engineering performed by external consultants and contractors.
- Have experience providing technical leadership and mentoring engineering teams.
- Have strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Are capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
- Have an advanced level of English.
- Have additional language skills, with Spanish language proficiency being especially valued.
- Above all, are attracted by a multinational company like IDOM.
About us
IDOM is an Association of Professionals working in the areas of Engineering, Architecture, and Consulting on projects that contribute to a more sustainable world. The ownership structure of IDOM creates a culture of engagement, to offer the best service for the client, while our people develop both professionally and personally in an environment of technical excellence. IDOM's most important assets are the expertise and experience of our people. Our employees are deeply united, highly qualified, and skilled professionals. We work within a framework of professional liberty and integrity, with a strong commitment to progress, development, quality service, and innovation. Since IDOM’s foundation in 1957, we have grown steadily to become a multidisciplinary and integrated multinational organization, with more than 5,300 people working in over 145 countries.
Are you ready to take the next step?
As a member of our TEAM, you will have the opportunity for career development at the highest level in an environment of respect and professional integrity. Send us your CV if you share our philosophy and want to be part of our company. We look forward to meeting you!
IDOM, Inc is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Do you want to be part of a company where customer satisfaction, colleagues and professional development are the cornerstones? If you identify with this, keep reading!
ABOUT THE JOB
We are looking for a Lead Substation Engineer to join our team in Binghamton, NY and participate in utility and energy infrastructure projects. In this role, you will lead substation engineering projects throughout the entire project lifecycle, from scoping and conceptual design to construction support and closeout. You will develop and oversee engineering solutions, ensure compliance with industry standards, provide technical leadership on complex projects, coordinate external engineering teams, and serve as a subject matter expert while mentoring junior engineers. At IDOM, we offer you the opportunity to participate in national and international projects as part of a team where you will have the support to push your professional boundaries and improve your skills every day. In a multidisciplinary environment, you will be exposed to the latest technologies and best practices.
IDOM Offers
- Competitive compensation package
- Flexible schedule
- Life and accident insurance
- Work-life balance
- Multicultural and multidisciplinary environment
- Opportunity to take on increasing responsibility
- Strong interpersonal relationships
ABOUT YOU
Apply if you...
- Hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Have experience in substation engineering and utility infrastructure projects.
- Have experience leading engineering projects through design, construction, and project closeout phases.
- Have strong knowledge of utility engineering standards, codes, and best practices.
- Have experience performing engineering analyses, calculations, and design reviews.
- Have the ability to develop conceptual designs and oversee detailed engineering performed by external consultants and contractors.
- Have experience providing technical leadership and mentoring engineering teams.
- Have strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Are capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
- Have an advanced level of English.
- Have additional language skills, with Spanish language proficiency being especially valued.
- Above all, are attracted by a multinational company like IDOM.
About us
IDOM is an Association of Professionals working in the areas of Engineering, Architecture, and Consulting on projects that contribute to a more sustainable world. The ownership structure of IDOM creates a culture of engagement, to offer the best service for the client, while our people develop both professionally and personally in an environment of technical excellence. IDOM's most important assets are the expertise and experience of our people. Our employees are deeply united, highly qualified, and skilled professionals. We work within a framework of professional liberty and integrity, with a strong commitment to progress, development, quality service, and innovation. Since IDOM’s foundation in 1957, we have grown steadily to become a multidisciplinary and integrated multinational organization, with more than 5,300 people working in over 145 countries.
Are you ready to take the next step?
As a member of our TEAM, you will have the opportunity for career development at the highest level in an environment of respect and professional integrity. Send us your CV if you share our philosophy and want to be part of our company. We look forward to meeting you!
IDOM, Inc is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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Entry Level Substation Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level substation engineer job?
Focus on coursework or hands-on experience in power systems, protective relaying, and electrical design software such as AutoCAD or ETAP. Internships and co-op rotations at utilities or engineering consultancies carry real weight at this stage. Tailoring your resume to show relevant project work, even from academic labs, gives you a concrete edge over candidates who list only coursework.
Which companies hire entry level substation engineers?
Companies hiring entry level substation engineers right now include Mesa Associates, Ulteig, and Mesa Associates, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of electric utilities, power engineering consultancies, and engineering, procurement, and construction firms that staff large transmission and distribution projects.
Are there remote entry level substation engineer jobs?
Yes, though most roles at this level are on-site or field-based given the hands-on nature of substation work. About 35% of entry level substation engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically focus on design, drafting, or project coordination rather than direct field commissioning.
Are these new grad substation engineer jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior substation engineer roles. A posting is generally new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-op work toward that threshold, or explicitly accepts a strong academic portfolio in lieu of full-time work history. Look for language like "entry level," "new graduate," or "0-2 years" in the requirements.
Which industries hire the most entry level substation engineers?
Entry Level substation engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Energy, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because ongoing grid modernization, renewable energy integration, and aging infrastructure replacement all require early-career engineers to support design and commissioning teams on active capital projects.