Substation Design Engineer

Job Summary

Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) is a leading power engineering consultant firm that provides engineering, system planning and studies, technical consultation, project management, surveying, environmental planning, commissioning/testing and construction services to electric utilities, energy developers and industrials throughout the U.S. Our experience includes system voltages from 4.16 kV through 765 kV.

ECI has an immediate opening for a Substation Design Engineer. Under the oversight and mentorship of a project engineer, design engineers assist in the execution of best‑in‑class projects, including coordination, quality control and oversight of designers, drafters and support staff.

• Conceptual, preliminary and final detailed design of new, upgraded and expanded substations, including material procurement, construction and commissioning/startup support through energization.
• Development and delivery of physical, electrical, civil and communication design studies, calculations, drawings, exhibits and specifications.
• Coordination with ECI’s subject‑matter‑expert discipline groups such as Distribution Studies, Transmission Studies, Grounding Studies, Protection (relay coordination and settings), Civil Engineering, Communication (SCADA Integration) and Transmission & Distribution Engineering.
• Participation in project execution activities, ensuring design quality and adherence to project schedules.

• Bachelor of Science or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 5+ years of design engineering experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organization and planning skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Willingness to meet fast‑paced project schedules.
• Commitment to progress toward PE licensure is encouraged.
• Fundamental knowledge of power engineering principles and applicable codes and standards.
• Subject to client‑mandated drug and background checking.
• Occasional travel/driving required; subject to ECI’s auto insurance carrier requirements.
• Must not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H‑1B) now or in the future.

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k), profit sharing and employee stock ownership plan
• Paid vacation, personal days and holidays
• Continued professional education reimbursement

Salary commensurate with experience and education.

An Equal Opportunity Employer