Senior Substation Project Engineer III

Senior Substation Project Engineer III Contract Type:

Contractor Location:

Juno Beach Industry:

Utilities Contact Name:

Benjamin McKenzie Contact Phone:

+44 (0)20 7002 0000

Date Published:

04-May-2026 Senior Substation Project Engineer III Up to $52.96/hour, 12-month contract Fully remote, Occasional travel to project sites (primarily across Florida) Standard working hours A leading energy organisation is seeking a Senior Substation Project Engineer III to lead a team of engineers and technical specialists delivering high-voltage substation projects across a growing renewable energy portfolio. This is a senior-level role suited to experienced engineers who bring both strong technical depth and proven leadership in project engineering environments. Key Responsibilities Lead renewable generation substation projects across full lifecycle: development, RFP, design, construction, and commissioning Provide leadership and direction to engineering teams and technical specialists Collaborate with Early-Stage Project Managers to define engineering scope and technical strategy Plan and manage large-scale or complex projects, including schedules, budgets, and resources Oversee project risks, performance tracking, and delivery milestones Conduct project meetings and provide reporting to senior stakeholders Provide technical oversight and due diligence of external Engineers of Record (EORs) Ensure compliance with IEEE, NESC, ASCE, and all applicable engineering standards Lead development of scopes of work and manage contractor and consulting engagements Coordinate engineering deliverables (IFB, IFC, As-Built, design criteria, etc.) Support FERC Order 1000 RFP efforts and competitive transmission project proposals Interface with transmission owners, ISOs, and stakeholders to ensure interconnection compliance Oversee procurement strategy and management of long-lead materials Support estimating, cost modelling, and scope optimisation efforts Lead commissioning support activities and ensure successful project delivery Represent engineering in stakeholder meetings, presentations, and executive briefings Support regulatory and legal processes where required Collaborate with OEMs to enhance and integrate engineering solutions Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and innovations Mentor, coach, and develop junior engineers and project team members Requirements Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil/Structural Engineering (preferred) 10-15 years of experience in substation engineering and high-voltage infrastructure projects Proven experience leading engineering teams and delivering complex projects Strong background in substation design, engineering oversight, and project execution Experience with renewable energy or transmission infrastructure projects Deep understanding of IEEE, NESC, and related standards Experience working with EPC or utility-scale projects Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities Preferred Qualifications Professional Engineer (PE) certification PMP certification Six Sigma (Green/Black/Yellow Belt) Experience with FERC processes and interconnection requirements Why Apply? Lead high-impact renewable and transmission infrastructure projects Fully remote role with a leading energy organisation Strong leadership and project ownership opportunity Long-term contract potential with high visibility work ...