Sr. Substation Engineer

Summary of Responsibilities:

We’re looking for a Substation Engineer who’s ready to take ownership of complex electrical infrastructure projects and make a visible impact on the reliability and future of the power system. In this role, you’ll lead the engineering behind substation and transmission line projects—from early planning and design through construction support—while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating across the organization.

If you enjoy solving complex problems, influencing technical decisions, and seeing your designs come to life in the field, this role offers both challenge and purpose.

Essential Responsibilities:

What You’ll Do

As a Substation Engineer, you’ll serve as a technical leader and trusted partner throughout the project lifecycle:

• Lead engineering project planning, scope development, design, and execution for electrical substation and transmission line projects
• Develop and review calculations, drawings, specifications, and construction documents in alignment with company, industry, and regulatory standards
• Oversee equipment and material specification, procurement, and engineering evaluations
• Support feasibility and conceptual studies, including cost estimates, schedules, scope definition, and documentation of assumptions and lessons learned
• Provide technical support during construction, partnering closely with Project Managers and Construction Managers to resolve field issues
• Review and provide technical oversight of work performed by internal engineering staff and external consultants
• Mentor and develop junior engineers through coaching, training, and design reviews
• Manage external engineering contracts, ensuring quality deliverables and adherence to contract terms
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver customer-focused, results-driven solutions

What You Bring

Education & Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• Electrical Engineering with a Power Systems emphasis preferred (or equivalent experience)
• Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred

Experience & Skills

• Experience in transmission, distribution, power generation, or design engineering
• Strong understanding of cross-functional collaboration and business acumen
• Proven ability to manage and review work performed by external engineering consultants
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, tailored to technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to interpret and apply codes, standards, regulations, and technical documentation
• Strong project management and prioritization skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Willingness to be coached, adapt to change, and challenge conventional thinking to find better solutions

Why Join ATC

•  Work on critical infrastructure projects that directly impact communities
• Take on meaningful technical leadership without giving up hands-on engineering
• Grow your career while helping develop the next generation of engineers
• Collaborate with experienced professionals in a safety-focused, performance-driven environment

The targeted base pay for this position is $119,500 to $139,400 annually.*  Base pay is one component of our comprehensive total rewards package which includes an annual incentive bonus, employer-sponsored pension plan, 401(k) match, HSA contribution, life & disability insurance, health care benefits, generous time off plans, flexible work arrangements, and much more. 

*The pay range is a general guideline. Employment offers are evaluated individually and consider qualifications, experience, academic achievements, internal equity, and business needs. Pay exceeding the posted range is considered for uniquely qualified candidates. Interested internal candidates, with questions, please consult your Human Resources Business Partner.

Number of Openings Available:

1

Posting Date:

2026-02-25

Time Type:

Full time

Equal Opportunity Employer:

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ATC is an equal opportunity employer that seeks to foster diverse teams of talented people working safely together.  We respect and embrace diversity of all aspects and hire, train and promote employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.  We encourage women, minorities, veterans and individuals with a disability to apply.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law. 

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