EPC Substation Engineer

K&A Engineering Consulting

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled EPC Substation Engineer to join our team at K&A Engineering in remote. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. You’ll be part of a dynamic, people-focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated.

Role Expectations

  • Lead or support the design of HV/MV substations (69kV–500kV) including physical layout, grounding, protection & control, and equipment specifications.
  • Develop engineering deliverables such as one-lines, three-lines, schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment plans.
  • Substation Design includes the creation of substation construction drawing packages, developing bill of materials and the procurement of minor materials.
  • Ensure designs comply with NESC, IEEE, NEC, and utility standards.
  • Collaborate closely with procurement, construction, and project management teams throughout the EPC lifecycle.
  • Provide engineering support during construction, including RFIs, field changes, and technical clarifications.
  • Review vendor drawings, equipment submittals, and technical documentation.
  • Participate in constructability reviews and support commissioning activities.

What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
  • 5+ years of substation engineering experience within utilities, EPC firms, or engineering consultancies.
  • Strong knowledge of high-voltage substation design, protection & control, and physical layout.
  • Experience working in an EPC project environment (preferred: full lifecycle exposure).
  • Proficiency with engineering tools such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar.
  • Understanding of industry standards (IEEE, NESC, NEC, utility specs).
  • Excellent communication and remote collaboration skills.
  • EIT certification or PE license is a plus
  • Past project experience working with large utilities.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Projects, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
  • Must be able to travel for meetings or site visits.
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