K&A Power Group – is a privately held engineering firm delivering worldclass technical expertise and engineering excellence to power utility and industrial clients across the United States, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. We provide comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program and project management, construction management, and EPC services, specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, and distributed energy resources.
We pride ourselves on attracting and developing top talent, building a culture of excellence, and building meaningful, long-term relationships with our employees, clients and communities, wherever they are in the world.
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We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Substation Engineer to join our team at K&A Power Group in Oakbrook, IL. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. You’ll be part of a dynamic, people-focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated.
Role Expectations:
- Detailed design of Electrical Engineering – Includes conceptual design and detailed estimates
- Substation Design Includes the creation of substation construction drawing packages, developing bill of materials and the procurement of minor materials
- General arrangement/ physical and electrical layout, electrical equipment plans, elevation & section views (including transformers, bus work, etc.)
- Equipment cable trays, cable design, conduit fill calculations
- Rigid bus calculations
- System Protection & Control (SP&C) Design includes the creation of SP&C construction drawing packages and the procurement of materials
- Drawings in specified formats shall include elementary diagrams, relay one-line diagrams, connection diagrams, panel layout diagrams, and circuit schedules. Materials shall include relays, communication and monitoring systems, panel meters, control house panels, cables and associated wiring materials.
What we’re looking for:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from an accredited university
- 5-10 Years of professional experience within substation design for electrical utilities
- Experience and or knowledge with power analysis software is ideal (i.e. SKM, Etap, EasyPower, etc.)
- Proficient in Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- Must be able to report to the office and visit worksites as needed
Pay Range $90,000-145,000/year
Why Join K&A?
People-First Culture: We put our people at the center of everything we do, creating an environment where your professional and personal growth is a top priority.
Innovation & Learning: We encourage continuous learning and invest in your development through training, mentorship, and hands-on experience.
Collaborative Team Environment: We believe in the power of collaboration and working together to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and employees.
Recognition & Growth: We’ve earned our reputation through uncompromising precision and a commitment to excellence. As an agile and fast-growing company, we offer plenty of opportunities for your career advancement and growth.
Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package for eligible classified employees, including but not limited to:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account
- 401K (Traditional and Roth with Company Match)
- Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
- Tuition Reimbursement, Parking and Transit Reimbursement, and Pet Insurance
- Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
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The salary range for this role considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to technical ability, experience and training, licenses and certifications, and other related skillsets. The disclosed range is an estimate and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from an accredited university
- 5-10 years professional experience in substation design for electrical utilities
- Experience with power analysis software (SKM, Etap, EasyPower)
- Proficient in Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- Ability to report to the office in Oakbrook, IL and visit worksites as needed
What We Do
K&A Engineering, part of K&A Power Group, is a power engineering and energy infrastructure firm serving utilities and related clients. The company provides engineering, consulting, EPC, project management, transmission, substation, distribution, protection and control, planning, and grid modernization services. Its work supports the development, delivery, and operation of critical electrical infrastructure across the United States and internationally.
