Substation Engineer

Job Title: Substation EngineerJob Description Join our Transmission & Distribution global practice as a Project Manager, managing substation design projects ranging from 12-kV to 500-kV. As a Project Manager, you will oversee the full life-cycle of projects, managing and coordinating all aspects of work related to greenfield and brownfield projects at substations, switching stations, and collector stations. Responsibilities + Prepare proposals, assist in presentations, and participate in contract negotiations. + Oversee multi-disciplinary teams and coordinate with stakeholders including other engineering firms, general contractors, subcontractors, and employees. + Provide overall management of projects from concept to completion, including siting, environmental, permitting, planning, estimating, engineering, right-of-way acquisition, project controls, bid phase services, procurement, constructability reviews, material management, construction management, and closeout. + Develop and monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs. + Assist with internal project financials, staffing, legal coordination, risk management, change management, and human resource issues. + Serve as the primary point of contact with clients for coordination, strategic planning, scope management, budgeting, subcontracting, project staffing, environmental compliance, facility support, and schedule attainment. + Manage all aspects of project communication. + Develop and implement project policies and procedures, establish project control systems, and implement the project execution plan. + Work closely with the Project Team to ensure client satisfaction and adherence to internal QA/QC guidelines. + Report regularly on progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential impacts, and any issues requiring office support. Essential Skills + 4+ years of experience with substation projects (utility/construction). + Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program (civil, electrical, mechanical). Additional Skills & Qualifications + 7+ years of experience with substation projects (utility/construction) preferred. + PMP Certification preferred. + PE or EIT certification preferred. Work Environment Work in a consulting, professional engineering firm environment with a flexible work schedule, including every other Friday off. The position is based in our downtown Lexington office, with a collaborative team of 30. The role may require overnight travel once a quarter and occasional after-hours meetings to accommodate different time zones. The dress code is business casual, and there is potential for per diem or relocation assistance. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Lexington, KY. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $135000.00 - $220000.00/yr. ESOP, 401K, high bonusing company, open to sign on bonus in place of

Created: 2026-03-26