Senior Substation Physical Engineer - REMOTE WORK (Remote - US)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Substation Physical Engineer - REMOTE WORK in United States.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to provide technical leadership in the engineering and design of electric substations up to 500 kV. You will work remotely while leading complex projects, creating electrical protection, control, and physical design deliverables. The position involves mentoring team members, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and supporting clients across the U.S. You will contribute to innovative solutions in transmission and distribution substations while improving engineering processes, tools, and standards. This position is ideal for a senior engineer with strong analytical skills, technical expertise, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Accountabilities:

• Lead and mentor engineers and designers, ensuring technical excellence and project success.
• Oversee and review substation engineering and consulting deliverables, including layouts, plans, grounding, lightning protection, cable routing, and AC/DC power systems.
• Act as project lead or independent reviewer, supporting project conceptualization, planning, and execution.
• Provide technical guidance for clients and assist with business development initiatives.
• Perform quality reviews and conduct field visits for site assessments, constructability reviews, and construction support.
• Collaborate with project teams, coordinating with other disciplines to ensure comprehensive substation design.
• Develop and improve internal processes, tools, and technologies to enhance project delivery.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; Master’s degree considered as part of total experience.
• Senior Engineer I: 7+ years related experience; Senior Engineer II: 10+ years; Senior Engineer III: 15+ years with PE required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with NESC, IEEE, and other relevant codes and standards.
• Demonstrated experience creating and reviewing substation design drawings.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead remote teams, organize complex assignments, and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Exceptional communication, client relations, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with software applications used in substation design and project execution.

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Career advancement opportunities and professional growth.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, 401(k), and supplemental insurance.
• Remote work flexibility across the United States.
• Exposure to diverse and challenging substation projects across transmission and distribution networks.
• Supportive environment fostering mentorship, technical development, and innovation.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.

🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!

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