Sr Substation Engineer

Description

Senior Electrical Engineer / Professional Engineer (PE) We are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer or Professional Engineer (PE) with expertise in advanced technology and mission-critical facility projects. This individual will lead complex electrical engineering efforts, mentor junior team members, and provide technical leadership in the design, analysis, and optimization of power distribution systems for industrial, commercial, and high-tech facilities. Key Responsibilities Engineering Leadership Provide technical leadership and support for electrical engineering projects and services. Mentor and develop junior engineers, supporting their technical growth and project execution. Ensure engineering analyses, studies, and designs comply with applicable IEEE, NFPA, NEC, and industry standards. Review engineering deliverables for technical accuracy, quality, and adherence to project schedules. Conduct site visits to gather design requirements, assess existing conditions, resolve technical issues, and support project execution. Collaborate with project managers, business development teams, and technical staff during project planning, estimating, and proposal development. Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, civil, structural engineers, and architects. Electrical Engineering & Analysis Develop detailed design packages and construction documents for facility electrical systems, including 480V and below power distribution, UPS systems, generators, switchgear, and related infrastructure. Create and maintain electrical one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, and control schematics. Prepare project budgets, technical reports, and executive-level presentations. Perform reliability, redundancy, demand load, and capacity analyses. Develop operating procedures and system documentation for mission-critical and industrial power systems. Support commissioning planning, testing, startup activities, and documentation. Perform short-circuit studies, protective device coordination studies, arc-flash analyses, load flow studies, and power quality assessments. Electrical Distribution Design Design, modify, and upgrade electrical distribution systems, including MCCs, switchgear, transformers, circuit breakers, and protective devices. Develop, review, and revise electrical drawings, specifications, and construction packages. Project Management Lead electrical engineering projects from concept through commissioning and closeout. Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives. Coordinate with clients, contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful project execution. Troubleshooting & Technical Solutions Diagnose electrical system issues and develop practical, cost-effective solutions. Provide technical recommendations to improve system reliability, maintainability, and operational performance. Support root-cause investigations and corrective action development for power system deficiencies. Preferred Experience Facilities power systems engineering Data centers and mission-critical facilities Advanced manufacturing environments Industrial power distribution systems Electrical studies and system modeling Commissioning and startup support Client-facing engineering consulting This role offers the opportunity to lead technically challenging projects while shaping the design and performance of critical electrical infrastructure across a variety of complex facilities.

Skills

Substation, Substation design, PE, power systems design, low voltage equipment, power distribution, power system modeling software, data center, industrial power distribution systems, commissioning

Top Skills Details

Substation,Substation design,PE,power systems design,low voltage equipment,power distribution,power system modeling software

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Must have a valid drivers license, and currently have and be able to maintain a good driving record Must be available for periodic domestic travel.

Experience Level

Expert Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Park, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $49.04 - $79.33/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cedar Park,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.