{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"0bcae3f4f4ea57cf4e7148ce","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/0bcae3f4f4ea57cf4e7148ce","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/0bcae3f4f4ea57cf4e7148ce","title":"Substation Engineer","description":"K&A Engineering Consulting – is a privately held company, providing comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program/project management, construction management, and support services to power utility and industrial clients. Specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, distributed energy resources, and EPC services, we excel in solving complex challenges with precision-driven solutions. We pride ourselves on employing top talent, fostering a culture of excellence, and building meaningful relationships with clients and employees.\nPowered By Innovation, Passion, And Purpose.\nStart your K&A Career:\nWe are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Substation Engineer to join our team at K&A Engineering in Augusta, Maine. 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.\nRole Expectations:\nProject engineering performance and overseeing including all phases such as: scoping and budgeting, conceptual engineering, contract management and design, engineering design, construction and closeout.\nPerform standard and complex engineering analyses, designs and calculations.\nResponsible for leading and creating new conceptual designs based on Avangrid Standards and overseeing the work of external detailed designer ensuring consistency among all the operating companies.\nEnsure all engineering designs implemented by the company meet applicable company, local, state, and national codes and standards.\nUtilize knowledge to influence and guide department engineers.\nProvide technical leadership in most complex projects that have a wide impact on the business.\nMentor develop and support team in technical skills.\nSME for team.\nLiaison/ direct contractors on company policy, standards and best practices.\nWork independently with little supervision\nWhat we’re looking for:\nA Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited engineering program.\nEight (8) years of professional experience within substation design and engineering for electrical Utilities\nFamiliarity with grounding studies and/or lightning protection is a plus\nExperience with Greenfields and Brownfields\nGeneral knowledge and application of IEEE Standards as they pertain to substations\nExperience and or knowledge with power analysis software is ideal (i.e. SKM, Etap, Easy Power, etc.)\nProven experience in Substation Design should include general arrangement, electrical equipment, plans, elevation and section views, Equipment cable trays, cable design, conduit fill calcs, rigid bus calcs, grounding and conduit layouts, control schematics, wiring diagrams\nProficient in Microsoft Projects, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word\nHybrid Position (reports to the office Tuesday-Thursday)\nWork Authorization Required\nStrong verbal, written, communication skills required\nPay Range $110,000-$120,000/annually\nWhy Join K&A?\n\nPeople-First Culture: We put our people at the center of everything we do, creating an environment where your professional and personal growth is a top priority.\nInnovation & Learning: We encourage continuous learning and invest in your development through training, mentorship, and hands-on experience.\nCollaborative Team Environment: We believe in the power of collaboration and working together to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and employees.\nRecognition & Growth: We’ve earned our reputation through uncompromising precision and a commitment to excellence. As an agile and fast-growing company, we offer plenty of opportunities for your career advancement and growth.\nCompetitive Compensation & Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package for eligible classified employees, including but not limited to:\nMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance\nFSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account\n401K (Traditional and Roth with Company Match)\nLifestyle Spending Account (LSA)\nPaid Parental Leave\nPaid Holidays and Flexible PTO\nTuition Reimbursement, Parking and Transit Reimbursement, and Pet Insurance\nLong-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance\nEAP (Employee Assistance Program)\nCheck out our career page for more information!\nThe salary range for this role considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to technical ability, experience and training, licenses and certifications, and other related skillsets. The disclosed range is an estimate and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.","company":"Ka Engineering","rawCompany":"ka engineering","city":"Augusta","state":"GA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-14T10:43:58.843Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2071.00","title":"Electrical Engineers","slug":"electrical-engineers"},{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"541690","title":"Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services","slug":"other-scientific-and-technical-consulting-services"},{"code":"221122","title":"Electric Power Distribution","slug":"electric-power-distribution"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Substation Engineer","description":"K&A Engineering Consulting – is a privately held company, providing comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program/project management, construction management, and support services to power utility and industrial clients. 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As an agile and fast-growing company, we offer plenty of opportunities for your career advancement and growth.\nCompetitive Compensation & Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package for eligible classified employees, including but not limited to:\nMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance\nFSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account\n401K (Traditional and Roth with Company Match)\nLifestyle Spending Account (LSA)\nPaid Parental Leave\nPaid Holidays and Flexible PTO\nTuition Reimbursement, Parking and Transit Reimbursement, and Pet Insurance\nLong-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance\nEAP (Employee Assistance Program)\nCheck out our career page for more information!\nThe salary range for this role considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to technical ability, experience and training, licenses and certifications, and other related skillsets. 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