Substation Design Engineer Position Available In Wake, North Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: A Substation Design Engineer position in Cary, NC is available for a candidate with a Bachelor's degree in engineering and a minimum of 5 years of experience in HV utility substation design. The role involves leading design efforts, managing projects, and supporting renewable energy integration. Competitive benefits and a dynamic work environment are offered. Apply now if interested.
Job Description
Substation Design Engineer
Cary, NC Substation Design Engineer – Hybrid (Cary, NC) An industry leader in power delivery engineering is seeking a Substation Design Engineer to serve as a technical lead on projects ranging from distribution to sub-transmission and transmission voltage classes. This is a hybrid role based in Cary, NC (3 days onsite, 2 days remote).
Key Responsibilities:
Lead substation physical and/or protection & control (P&C) design efforts.
Develop electrical engineering deliverables using tools such as CYME.
Manage project schedules, budgets, and resource planning.
Interface directly with clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
Oversee QA/QC processes and mentor junior engineers.
Support renewable energy integration and grid modernization projects.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering required.
Minimum 5+ years of HV utility substation design experience (69kV-500kV or EHV 500kV+), either in physical or protection & control design.
Prior experience with a consulting engineering firm on utility substation projects required.
PE license or ability to obtain PE within 1-2 years required.
Strong project leadership and QA/QC experience highly desirable.
Please note:
Candidates with less than 5 years of substation design experience will not be considered.
Experience limited to industrial, manufacturing, or LV/MV distribution is not a fit.
Candidates currently employed by utilities may be considered if they have strong consulting-style design experience.
Additional Information:
Competitive benefits including flexible work schedules, 401k match, health insurance, and performance-based bonuses.
Company culture focused on innovation, teamwork, and employee ownership. If you are passionate about delivering reliable and sustainable power solutions and growing your career in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply.
