Substation Project Engineer

Johnson Service Group is looking for an Substation Project Engineer with 4-8 years' experience specifically in substation protection & control, or physical design experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and oversee substation design deliverables from preliminary through IFC plan sets; deliverables may include but not limited to: one-line diagrams, schematics, wiring, general arrangements, conduit, grounding, equipment connection details, design criteria, equipment specifications, and construction specifications 
• Perform engineering calculations such as bus sizing, AC/DC station service sizing, cable sizing, grounding, and equipment selection 
• Coordinate with project manager and multidisciplinary project teams to support project execution 
• Assist with preparation of technical studies (short circuit, grounding, arc flash, etc.) 
• Perform QA/QC reviews of junior engineers’ work and incorporate feedback from senior engineers and SMEs 
• Provide support during construction phases, including RFI responses and submittal review 
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to entry-level engineers as they develop substation design skills and project delivery experience 

What You Bring
Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in electrical or mechanical engineering 
• 4-8 years' experience specifically in substation protection & control, or physical design experience  
• Professional Engineer (PE) license 
• Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary teams 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in utility-scale renewable energy projects (wind, solar, BESS) 
• Consulting experience preferred 
• Familiarity with substation design tools (e.g., EasyPower, ETAP) 

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Financial wellness: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions
• Professional development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities.
• Work-life balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Work Schedule: Flexible 9/80 schedule—every other Friday off!
• Retirement: 401k plan
• Wellbeing focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health
• Growth opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement

Johnson Service Group, Inc. (JSG) is a North American leader in the staffing and consulting services industry, with over 40 years of experience investing in people and companies. We offer medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, 401(k), weekly pay, and more.

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.