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Substation Engineer
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$128,263 Salary, Full-Time
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Substation Engineer Overview This opportunity is with a large, established utility, supporting critical infrastructure that helps keep the power system reliable and safe. It's a great fit for someone looking to deepen their technical expertise while working on impactful, system-wide projects. As a Substation Engineer, you'll play a key role in the design, support, and long-term performance of protection and control systems across substations, transmission, and generation assets. You'll get exposure to complex projects, work closely with experienced engineers, and continue growing your influence in an environment that values strong engineering judgment and long-term system reliability. Why This Role Stands Out +
Expand Your Utility Experience:
Build on your protection and control background while gaining broader visibility across the grid +Own Meaningful Projects:
Get involved in projects from early design through implementation, often spanning multiple years +Collaborative Environment:
Work cross-functionally with operations, construction, planning, and design teams +Strong Growth Opportunity:
Deepen your expertise in relaying, SCADA , and substation design while mentoring junior team members +Impactful Work:
Directly contribute to system reliability and the communities served by the utility What You'll Be Doing + Design protection and control systems for substations, transmission lines, and generation facilities + Develop and maintain relay schemes, metering systems, and SCADA designs + Specify substation equipment based on system needs and operating conditions + Analyze system performance and data to support planning and ongoing improvements + Build project scopes, timelines, and cost estimates for capital work + Provide technical support during construction, commissioning, and troubleshooting + Review and approve drawings, schematics, and technical documentation + Support and mentor designers/technicians while ensuring quality and compliance What They're Looking For + Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering ( ABET- accredited) + Experience working in a utility or closely related environment (substation, transmission, or generation) + Strong understanding of protection schemes, relays, and control systems + Hands-on experience with substation P&C design and relay logic + Ability to read and develop schematics, wiring diagrams, and protection drawings + Proficiency in AutoCAD and standard engineering tools/software Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Overland Park, KS.
- $80.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account ( HSA )
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave ( PTO , Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Overland Park,KS.