Electrical Substation Engineer II - Hybrid / Richmond, VA

Start

: September 2025

ST Pay Rate

: Up to $52/hr ST (1.5 OT)

Length of Assignment:

One year with extension possible

Work Location

: Located in the Richmond, VA area

Schedule

: Hybrid schedule (2 days remote and 3 days in the office)

Education:

Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Degree

Summary:

• Review design packages for substation and high voltage generation tie-line projects associated with new solar and BESS generation projects

• Review and provide resolution to third party Owner's Engineer's comments

• Respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) from substation/generation tie-line contractor • Support projects starting at the design phase and through construction to energization

• Review equipment submittals and commissioning documentation

• Interface with other departments or groups such as Business Development, Project Management, Construction, Supply Chain, Real Estate, and Operations.

• Make occasional day trips to sites in Virginia to help resolve construction related engineering issues

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

• 2-5+ years of relevant engineering experience

• Full knowledge of engineering theories and principles

• Knowledge of and experience in power system modeling and electrical engineering principles

• Skilled in use of advanced techniques and extension of theories, precepts and practices of substation design (or related sciences and disciplines)

• Strong oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing)

• Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems

• Ability to interpret codes, regulations and practices

• Equally effective working independently or in team environment

• Proven decision making skills

• Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks

• Strong planning, organizational and project management skills.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

• Working knowledge of PJM and NERC policies and procedures

• Experience with ETAP and PSSE is preferred

• Experience with relays and control systems

• An understanding of substation and transmission line engineering is preferred

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals

Virginia or North Carolina Professional Engineer License is preferred but not required.