Senior Electrical Engineer, Physical Substation Design
Senior Electrical Engineer, Physical Substation Design Asplundh Engineering Services (AES) is growing—and we're looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer, Physical Substation Design, who is ready to shape the future of power infrastructure.Join our talented engineering team and play a key role in delivering innovative substation design solutions that keep the grid safe, reliable, and resilient.At AES, you'll be part of a collaborative engineering community within the Asplundh Infrastructure Group, working across the full lifecycle of critical utility projects—from concept and design, through construction and commissioning, all the way to maintaining in‐service assets. Our work powers communities, supports major utilities, and drives the next generation of energy technology.About the Role As a Senior Substation Physical Design Engineer, you will lead teams and/or contribute to project teams to develop custom engineering solutions that directly support our customers' toughest challenges. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‐paced, evolving industry and wants to make a visible impact through technical excellence and innovative thinking.This position includes a remote work schedule, giving you the freedom to contribute meaningfully—without relocating—while teaming up with a dynamic, nationwide crew that collaborates seamlessly across time zones.Candidates responding to this posting must independently possess the eligibility to work in the United States, for any employer, at the date of hire. This position is ineligible for employment Visa sponsorship.What You'll Do In this role, you'll take on a variety of high‐impact technical responsibilities that are essential to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative solutions. You'll work hands‐on with complex systems, collaborate across disciplines, and help guide projects to successful outcomes. Your work will include, but is not limited to:The conceptual, preliminary and final detailed design of new, upgraded and expanded medium voltage and high voltage systems including: Electrical Arrangement, Electrical Sections (Elevations), Electrical Connection Details, Below Grade Conduit Plan and Details, Cable Trench Plan and Details, Equipment Grounding Plan and Details, Lightning Protection Plan, Outdoor Illumination Plan, Detailed Bill of Material, Electrical GroundingSpecification and purchase of equipmentDesign and construction estimatesWorking on project teams supporting all quality and project management goalsLeading, planning, and coordinating projects with limited supervisionUnderstanding and delivering results based on client specific standards and requirementsTraining and developing junior personnelLeading project teams and interfacing with the customer to deliver a quality product by scheduled delivery dateAct as the OE (Owner's Engineer) responsible for reviewing designs and supplying design team with requested information to complete a projectMaintain and update engineering standards to ensure high quality productsAssist with Project management to deliver projects on time and within budgetWork with Clients, Salesman, Managers and Engineers to coordinate project designsWork with sub-consultant(s) to coordinate deliverablesAn ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, organizational, and planning skills while excelling in a team-based environment. The candidate should approach all tasks in a detail-oriented manner, with a strong sense of ownership over all deliverables.What You Bring 8+ years of experience in high and medium voltage design engineeringKnowledge of applicable NEC, NESC, and IEEE/ANSI standardsDesign experience in transmission, substation, distribution, or generationDesign experience in medium and high voltage renewable generation interconnectionsExperience with electrical equipment such as: MV and LV switchgear, pad mount transformers, Station Class Transformers, panel boards, breakers, protective relays, inverter, battery, battery chargers, disconnect switches, surge arrestors, dead front disconnect switch, medium voltage cable, low voltage cable, control cable, fiber optic cableProficiency in computers using Microsoft programsAutoCAD & REVIT experienceProject management software experienceAbility to travel up to 10% of the timeEducation & Credentials B.S. in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering TechnologyEngineer in Training (EIT) professional certification, Registered PE preferredBonus Points If You Have M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related fieldCompensation & Pay Transparency The posted compensation for this position will vary based on the candidate's experience, skills, and geographic location, and will be determined in accordance with applicable pay equity and wage transparency laws. For candidates in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and Minnesota, this range reflects the good‐faith compensation the company reasonably expects to pay under applicable state transparency laws. Additionally, candidates are eligible for a discretionary incentive plan, profit sharing, and benefits.What We Offer At Asplundh Engineering Services, we invest in the well‐being of our people. Eligible employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their health, financial security, and work‐life balance, including:Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day oneRetirement plan to help you secure your futureCompany‐provided life insurance for added peace of mindSupplemental life insurance options, including spouse and child coverageA variety of voluntary Aflac supplemental insurance programsLong‐term disability coveragePre‐paid legal planEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) to support personal and professional well‐beingPaid time off to recharge and refreshPaid holidaysAccess to employee discount programs and helpful resources*Benefits listed above are available to eligible employees. Eligibility requirements and plan provisions apply