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Substation Design Engineer III

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Nexus Engineering Group

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Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 3 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/12/2026

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Job Description

Job summary: The successful candidate will be a highly motivated individual who is capable of working with project teams on electrical substation engineering projects. Substation projects can include the following: Breaker and switch replacements (12kV-345kV) Relay panel replacements RTU replacements Ring bus expansions Line, bus and transformer relay upgrades Physical design
Responsibilities:
Work with project teams of engineers and designers in the design of electrical substations Provide technical expertise and guidance on electrical substation engineering projects Project scoping and site walkdowns, travel to various substations is part of this job (Travel less than 5%) Prepare/create engineering documents for the installation of new, or modifications to existing substations, including: one-lines, 3-lines, schematics, bill of materials, and relay panel arrangements Good understanding of substation ground grid, rigid and strain bus, and raceway designs Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering required EIT certification desired 3+ years or experience in designing electrical distribution/control systems required Proficient with AutoCAD, MS Teams, and Excel High voltage substation design (up to 34k kV) experience preferred Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to work effectively in a team and present positive image to clients Demonstrates strong ability to interpret and apply detailed specifications with accuracy and reliability
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time (hybrid) position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. This position is available hybrid or onsite. Minimum of 3 days in the office and 2 days remote. Competitive Benefits Learn more about our competitive benefits in detail. Why Nexus? Nexus Engineering Group, a distinguished independent full-service engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCm) firm, provides comprehensive support to clients from concept through startup. With over a decade of demonstrated engineering and design success, Nexus stands out as the firm of choice for those valuing integrity and expertise. At Nexus, you will be part of a talented and passionate team dedicated to excellence and innovation. We foster a collaborative and engaging work environment, making it a place where you'll enjoy contributing to impactful projects. Joining Nexus means aligning with a firm renowned for its creativity, dedication, and relentless focus on achieving client goals. Equal Opportunity Employer & Reasonable Accommodation Nexus Engineering Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Nexus Engineering Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualifies individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you require and accommodation to participate in any part of the recruitment process please contact us at careers@nexusegroup.com . Sponsorship & Work Authorization Nexus Engineering Group does not provide employment visa sponsorship of any kind, including CPT, OPT, or employment-based visas. Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States and must be able to maintain that authorization throughout employment without any action, filing, or sponsorship by the company. This requirement applies both at the time of hire and on a continuing basis for the duration of employment. Third‑Party Agency Notice Nexus Engineering Group does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external recruiters or agencies. We only engage approved third‑party partners under a written agreement initiated by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Any resumes submitted without prior authorization or a current agreement will not be eligible for placement fees and will be considered the property of Nexus Engineering Group. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.