Senior/ Associate Staff Substation Physical Engineer

Engineering · Greater Atlanta Office (Duluth)

Senior/ Associate Staff Substation Physical Engineer

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About Ampirical

At Ampirical, were shaping the future of the power grid with precision, innovation, and purpose. Just as the ampere is the foundation of electric current, Ampirical is a core force driving the energy sector forward. We focus on quality, forward-thinking solutions, and empowering our team to grow and thrive.

We don't just build projects-we build careers. If you're looking for a place where your contributions matter and your professional development is supported every step of the way, we'd love to meet you. Watch this video to get a glimpse into our culture.

Why Ampirical?

Salary Range:

Senior Engineer-

• 7+ years of experience

• PE required. In lieu of PE, 2 additional years of experience required

• $106,000- Commensurate (dependent on experience, education, and qualifications)

Associate Staff Engineer-

• 10+ years of experience and PE required

• in lieu of PE 2+ additional years of experience. 12 years of experience required without a PE)

• $124,000- Commensurate (dependent on experience, education, and qualifications)

Profit-Sharing Bonus: Semi-annual, performance-based (10% to 20% of salary)

Day-One Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting

️ PTO: Starting at 80 hours of vacation & 40 hours of sick time per year + 10 paid holidays

️ Flexible Work Schedule: Every other Friday off

Career Development: Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement

Perks: Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more

Your Role: Senior / Associate Staff Substation Physical Engineer

Our office is located in Duluth, GA. Please let us know if you are interested in relocating!

What You'll Do

• Deliver accurate designs of high-voltage electrical substation components that meet industry and client standards.

• Design substation systems and components including general arrangement, equipment layout, grounding, conduit, and bills of material.

• Prepare construction drawing packages for bids and review incoming submittals for alignment with design and constructability.

• Perform quality reviews of electrical engineering work for both peers and subcontractors.

• May act as Lead Engineer and Engineer of Record for assigned projects.

• May manage the development of project proposals, bid preparation, and project schedules.

• Assist project teams during construction on substation-related issues.

• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to less experienced engineers.

• Travel to client sites and field locations as necessary.

• Associate Staff Engineers are expected to demonstrate deeper technical leadership, broader project ownership, and increased mentorship responsibilities.

What You Bring

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET‑accredited university

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required

• In lieu of PE: +2 years of additional experience

Experience

• Senior Engineer: 7+ years in substation physical design within utilities or the energy sector

• Associate Staff Engineer: 12+ years in substation physical design within utilities or the energy sector

• Experience with ETAP, WinIGS, and IEEE 80/998

Skills:

• Proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD, Inventor software (2D/3D modeling experience is a plus).

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Ampirical is an Equal Opportunity Employer, meaning we do not discriminate based on the following characteristics in our hiring and employment practices: Age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion or religious attire, marital status, pregnancy (child birth or related medical conditions), citizenship status or amnesty, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, sickle-cell trait, status as a tobacco user or non-user, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Department Engineering Role Staff Engineer Location Greater Atlanta Office (Duluth) Salary $106,000/year

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Engineering · Greater Atlanta Office (Duluth)

Senior/ Associate Staff Substation Physical Engineer

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