Senior Substation Engineer

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

KLE is a rapidly growing utility professional project services company, headquartered in Wixom, Michigan, that provides high-quality consulting services in the electric & gas utility industry using creative thinking and proven experience. Our safety-first approach and process-oriented delivery offer outstanding benefits to our clients and communities through plans of action, repeatable operations, and accurate results. Supporting clients across the United States, KLE drives operational improvement through Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management and Field Data Collection.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Substation Engineer to lead and manage the design, development, and implementation of electrical substation projects. This role requires a strong background in electrical engineering, project management, and system design, with the ability to oversee complex projects from conception through completion. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in system schematics, AutoCAD, MicroStation, and GIS applications, along with mechanical knowledge and systems engineering expertise. This position offers an opportunity to work on innovative projects within a dynamic team dedicated to advancing electrical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

- Lead the planning, design, and execution of substation projects, ensuring adherence to technical standards and project timelines.

- Develop detailed electrical system designs using AutoCAD, MicroStation, and CAD software, including schematics and system layouts.

- Manage project scheduling, resource allocation, and coordination among multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely project delivery.

- Perform system analysis and modeling using MATLAB and other simulation tools to optimize substation performance.

- Oversee construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.

- Collaborate with GIS specialists for spatial data integration and system mapping.

- Conduct technical reviews of project deliverables such as schematics, drawings, and specifications.

- Provide mechanical knowledge input for equipment selection and integration within electrical systems.

- Support system design improvements through innovative solutions in systems engineering and mechanical integration.

- Ensure all project documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant with industry standards.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

- Some travel throughout the United States may be required to support project work.

Experience

- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; a PE is preferred.

- Proven experience in electrical substation design, construction management, or systems engineering.

- Extensive knowledge of project management principles including scheduling and resource management.

- Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, MATLAB, CAD software, and GIS applications.

- Strong understanding of electrical system design principles including schematics and system layout development.

- Experience with mechanical aspects related to electrical infrastructure is advantageous.

- Familiarity with construction processes and safety standards in utility or industrial environments.

- Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams on complex projects from initial concept through commissioning.

KLE is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Pay: $110,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Employee assistance program

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Retirement plan

- Tuition reimbursement

- Vision insurance

Work Location: Remote