Engineer - Substation

Engineer -

Substation Contract Type:

Temporary Location:

Juno Beach Industry:

Utilities Contact Name:

Giulia Memore Contact Phone:

Date Published:

22-Apr-2026

JOB TITLE:

Engineer III - Substation

LOCATION

Juno, FL (Remote eligible with sufficient experience; some travel required)

SCHEDULE

Standard Office Hours

DURATION

12-

Month Contract PAY:

$47-52/hr

Job Responsibilities:

In this role, you will manage and support a variety of high-voltage substation engineering projects, particularly related to transmission development and early-stage project planning.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading multiple substation-related projects, including: o Supporting

FERC 1000 RFP

initiatives and early-stage diligence projects. o Defining engineering scope and requirements in collaboration with development teams. o Overseeing external Engineers of Record (EORs) to ensure compliance and quality. o Supporting site development, permitting, and engineering updates for substation design and construction. Ensuring compliance with applicable engineering standards and regulatory requirements, including IEEE, NESC, and ASCE. Collaborating with cross-functional teams including development, estimating, supply chain, and construction to ensure project success.

Essential Duties and Job Functions:

Support early-stage project development by coordinating site selection, engineering requirements, and permitting activities. Provide technical oversight, training, and due diligence for external engineering firms (EORs). Develop scopes of work (SOW), solicit bids, evaluate proposals, and support contractor selection through supply chain processes. Coordinate geotechnical, survey, engineering, and construction services for assigned projects. Manage procurement and delivery of long-lead substation equipment to minimize schedule and budget risks. Support estimating teams with scope development, assumptions, and technical input. Represent engineering and construction interests in meetings, providing updates on progress, risks, and mitigation strategies. Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to define project priorities and execution plans. Ensure projects are executed efficiently, safely, and in compliance with internal procedures and industry standards. Support development of technical RFP narratives and documentation. Assist legal teams with regulatory filings, depositions, and hearings as needed. Collaborate with OEM vendors to enhance and integrate equipment designs with project requirements.

Knowledge & Skills:

Strong understanding of high-voltage substation design and engineering principles. Knowledge of applicable industry standards (IEEE, NESC, ASCE) and regulatory requirements. Strong project coordination, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, project-driven environment. Experience with contractor/vendor management and bid evaluation processes. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. Ability to work cross-functionally and build effective stakeholder relationships. Attention to detail with a focus on quality, safety, and compliance. Proficiency with engineering tools, documentation, and project tracking systems.

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil/Structural Engineering preferred. 7+ years of experience in high-voltage substation design and engineering. Experience with transmission or utility-scale substation projects strongly preferred. HVDC experience is a plus. Project Engineering and/or Project Management experience required. PMP certification and/or Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is a plus. Willingness to travel within North America as needed. ...