DST ENGINEERS

Substation Engineer

full time

On-site

Utilities

About This Job

About Us:

DST ENGINEERS is a Minority-owned engineering firm that specializes in all sectors of the power and utility industry. Our services aim to ensure that organizations in the renewable & power industry have the desired procurement and sourcing support services.

Overview:

The Substation Engineer position entails a vital role in substation design and engineering for utility and renewable energy projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development, design, and analysis of high-voltage (HV) and extra high-voltage (EHV) substations. This includes physical and electrical design, protection and control schematics, and adherence to industry standards. The engineer will collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to ensure that substation projects are delivered with technical excellence and in compliance with applicable standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

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Serve as the Substation Engineer on projects involving HV and EHV substation designs for utility clients.

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Design and develop substation layouts, equipment arrangements, grounding systems, cable routing, and conduit plans.

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Prepare protection and control schematics, as well as wiring diagrams.

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Perform calculations for grounding, lightning protection, and bus ampacity.

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Prepare and review engineering documentation, technical specifications, and construction drawings.

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Ensure compliance with Electrical Codes (e.g., NESC, NEC), utility standards, and industry best practices.

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Coordinate with civil, structural, and electrical teams to integrate substation designs with broader project requirements.

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Assist in developing project scopes, budgets, and schedules.

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Support construction, procurement, and commissioning teams with technical guidance during all phases of the project.

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Maintain client relations and support business development activities as required.

Requirements:

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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.

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Proven experience in substation design and engineering for utility-scale projects.

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Proficiency in substation design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, and preferably tools like ETAP or SKM.

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Strong understanding of substation protection and control systems.

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Knowledge of applicable codes and standards such as IEEE, ANSI, NESC, NEC, and utility guidelines.

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Excellent problem-solving and technical writing skills.

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Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

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Fluency in English.

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Experience with U.S. market substation design is required.

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Attention to detail and a strong commitment to high-quality deliverables.

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