Electrical Power Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Electrical Power Systems Engineer – Substation Design & Energy Projects

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Electrical Power Systems Engineer to join a leading team specializing in capital projects for the energy sector. This role focuses on designing and upgrading electrical substations — including new builds, renovations, and expansions — for medium-voltage systems up to 34.5kV.

Key Responsibilities :

Lead and oversee the preparation of engineering deliverables for complex substation projects .

Design and analyze electrical one-line diagrams, protection and control systems, relay panels, and grounding systems .

Perform protective device coordination, short circuit, arc flash, and harmonic analysis using advanced modeling tools.

Collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to ensure high-quality, compliant, and efficient project execution.

Support SCADA system integration , substation protection upgrades, and system reliability improvements.

Conduct field investigations and participate in quality control reviews to validate designs.

Ideal Candidate Profile :

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program (3.0+ GPA preferred).

3–10 years of hands-on experience in electrical power system design, preferably in the energy or utilities sector .

Strong knowledge of SKM, ETAP, or EasyPower , and expertise in relay programming and protection system analysis .

Familiarity with NEC, IEEE, ANSI, and NEMA standards .

EIT or PE license preferred.

Strong communication and teamwork skills; capable of collaborating across disciplines.

Authorized to work permanently in the U.S.

Why This Role Stands Out :

Work on critical energy infrastructure that powers industries and communities.

Combine technical design excellence with real-world project exposure.

Hybrid structure with office and field engagement, offering variety and career growth.

Chris Lyons - 610-684-8680 (call or text)

This of course, is 100% confidential. I will not forward your resume without speaking to you first.

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