Renewables Substation Engineer

Substation Engineer (2+ Years Experience)100% Remote | Renewable Energy & Power DeliveryAbout the CompanyOur client is a renewable energy engineering and consulting firm that has been helping shape North America's energy infrastructure since 1995.The company partners with utilities, renewable developers, and independent power producers to design and deliver critical infrastructure supporting the transition to cleaner energy.With a fully remote workforce located throughout the United States and Canada, the firm specializes in collector substations, renewable interconnections, transmission infrastructure, and power delivery engineering supporting utility-scale wind, solar, and battery energy storage projects.Position OverviewOur client is seeking a Substation Engineer with at least 2 years of experience to support the design and execution of collector substations and renewable interconnection projects.This role offers the opportunity to work on utility-scale renewable energy projects including wind, solar, and battery storage facilities, helping connect new generation resources to the electrical grid.The position is 100% remote, allowing engineers to work from anywhere in the United States while collaborating with an experienced team of power delivery professionals.ResponsibilitiesSupport the engineering and design of collector substations and renewable interconnection facilitiesDevelop and review:One-line diagramsThree-line diagramsPhysical substation layoutsGrounding plansEquipment arrangementsAssist with equipment selection and specifications for:Power transformersCircuit breakersDisconnect switchesProtective relaying systemsCoordinate with transmission line, civil, structural, and protection & control teamsPrepare engineering calculations, technical reports, and construction packagesParticipate in project meetings and client discussionsSupport construction, commissioning, and field engineering activities as neededQualificationsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering2+ years of substation engineering experienceExperience supporting:Utility substationsCollector substationsRenewable interconnection projectsFamiliarity with utility standards and substation design practicesStrong communication and teamwork skillsAbility to thrive in a remote engineering environmentPreferred QualificationsExperience with wind, solar, or battery energy storage projectsExposure to:Physical substation designProtection & Control conceptsRelay coordinationEngineer-in-Training (EIT) certificationProgress toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensureCompensation & BenefitsThe company offers a highly competitive compensation package designed to reward both individual performance and overall company success.Highlights Include:Competitive base salary100% remote work environmentCompany-funded 10% 401(k) contribution regardless of employee participationAnnual cash profit-sharing programTarget payout of approximately 10% of base salaryHistorically, profit-sharing distributions have often exceeded target levelsComprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefitsOpportunity to work on utility-scale renewable energy projects across North AmericaStrong long-term career growth with a firm that has been serving the industry for more than 30 yearsWhy Engineers Like This Opportunity✅ Fully remote✅ Renewable energy focus✅ Collector substation work✅ Strong retirement contribution (10% company-funded)✅ Additional annual profit-sharing✅ Established firm with a long track record✅ Exposure to utility-scale wind, solar, and battery storage projectsThis is an excellent opportunity for a developing substation engineer who wants to build expertise in the rapidly growing renewable energy sector while enjoying the flexibility of a fully remote work environment. ⚡