Electrical or Mechanical Engineer, Substation Physical Arrangement - Spokane, WA

Electrical or Mechanical Engineer, Substation Physical Arrangement - Spokane, WA

Pay range: $–$ per year.

At David Evans & Associates, Inc., our Energy team develops infrastructure solutions for power delivery and renewable energy. The Substation Practice seeks an Electrical Engineer to design utility‑scale substations and renewable energy interconnections across the Midwest and western United States.

As an engineer in DEA’s Energy Business Unit, you will design the physical layout of substations for wind, solar, and battery energy storage system projects. You will create detailed arrangements of equipment, buswork, grounding, conduit, and structures, ensuring safe, functional, and cost‑effective designs. This hybrid‑friendly role prefers candidates near one of DEA’s offices in California, Colorado, Idaho, Oregon, Texas, Utah, or Washington;

fully remote work may be considered. Some travel for site visits may be required.

• Exemplify DEA’s Cultural Drivers internally and externally.
• Develop substation general arrangement drawings from conceptual design through IFC, including equipment layout, foundation plans, conduit and grounding plans, and section/elevation views.
• Design and model high‑voltage bus configurations, equipment clearances, and structure arrangements consistent with client standards and applicable codes (e.g., NESC, IEEE, ASCE).
• Prepare and review detailed drawings, bills of material (BOMs), and construction specifications.
• Coordinate closely with P&C, civil, and structural engineers to produce complete design packages.
• Provide technical input for cost estimates, material procurement, and constructability reviews.
• Support project execution during construction through submittal reviews, RFI responses, and field coordination.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and design accuracy across all deliverables.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Four or more years of substation physical design experience.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) or ability to obtain one within one year.
• Working knowledge of substation equipment and layout design principles.
• Strong teamwork, organization, and communication skills.

• Seven or more years of industry experience in substation physical arrangement design.
• Familiarity with utility and renewable energy interconnection standards.
• Experience with EPC project delivery and coordination through commissioning.
• Advanced knowledge of grounding and lightning protection design.
• Experience preparing design deliverables for transmission and distribution substations (69 kV–500 kV).

We foster an environment where talented professionals can develop their skills with supportive colleagues and meaningful work. Our values and culture create a collaborative workplace dedicated to improving lives and the built environment.

• Comprehensive health coverage:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions
• Professional development support for continuing education and training
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Flexible 9/80 schedule – every other Friday off
• 401(k) plan
• Holistic Wellbeing Program focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health
• Mentorship and career advancement opportunities
• Salary range: $108,000 – $158,000 (actual compensation commensurate with experience)

If you would like to notify DEA of your interest in initiating a written agreement for services, please email .