Substation Engineer

Global Talent Resources, Inc

Charlotte, NC

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$125,000–$150,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Alternative Energy, American National Standards Institute (ANSI), AutoCAD, Bentley MicroStation, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Construction Engineering, Construction Support, Consulting, Cross-Functional, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Utility, High Voltage (HV), IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers), ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Multitasking, National Electrical Code, Problem Solving Skills, Procurement Specifications, Professional Engineer, Project Execution, Project/Program Management, Registered Training Organisation (RTO), Requirements Management, Schematics, Solar Power, Sports, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Switchgear, Technical/Engineering Design, Testing, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation
LOCATION
Charlotte, NC
POSTED
20 days ago

Location(s)

Charlotte, NC

Compensation

$125,000 – $150,000 annually

Position Summary

The Substation Engineer is responsible for the design, engineering, and coordination of high-voltage substations and interconnection facilities supporting utility-scale renewable energy projects. This role ensures safe, reliable, and code-compliant delivery of substations from conceptual design through commissioning, while collaborating with cross-functional teams and utilities to support successful project execution.

Job Function

  • Lead engineering and design of substations (34.5kV–500kV) for solar PV and BESS projects
  • Develop and review one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, and protection & control schematics
  • Perform or oversee load flow, short circuit, and grounding studies
  • Conduct equipment sizing for transformers, breakers, switchgear, and buswork
  • Coordinate interconnection design with utility and ISO/RTO standards (PJM, ERCOT, MISO)
  • Interface with utilities for interconnection agreements, studies, and approvals
  • Support procurement by developing specifications and evaluating vendor bids
  • Provide engineering support during construction, including RFIs and field issue resolution
  • Participate in the commissioning and testing of substation equipment
  • Ensure compliance with IEEE, NEC, NESC, and ANSI standards
  • Collaborate with civil, structural, transmission, and SCADA teams

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 5–10+ years of experience in substation design
  • Experience with utility-scale renewable energy projects (solar and/or BESS preferred)

 Qualifications

  • Strong knowledge of high-voltage substation design and protection systems
  • Familiarity with interconnection processes and grid compliance
  • Experience with ETAP, SKM, PSCAD, AutoCAD, or MicroStation
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or ability to obtain
  • Expertise in protection & control design and relay coordination
  • Knowledge of grounding, lightning protection, and layout design
  • Understanding of utility interconnection standards and grid codes
  • Experience with utilities or ISOs (PJM, ERCOT, CAISO preferred)
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

 Appealing Facts About Living in Charlotte, NC

  • Major U.S. financial hub with a growing energy sector
  • Affordable cost of living compared to major metro areas
  • Close proximity to mountains and beaches
  • Vibrant Uptown with dining, sports, and culture
  • Mild climate with four seasons

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Global Talent Resources, Inc. (GTR) is a power industry recruiting firm specializing in substation, transmission, and distribution careers. With 15+ years of experience, we connect engineering and leadership professionals to top roles with leading utilities, cooperatives, EPCs, and consulting firms nationwide.

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About the Company

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Global Talent Resources, Inc

Global Talent Resources Corporation is your Single Source provider for all of your Staffing Solutions… whether you need Executive Level Retained Search, Retained Search for a mid-level or key hands on contributor position, Contingency Search, or Contract/Temporary Staffing, we have the expertise and experience to address your concern in a timely manner. Global Talent Resources Corporation was built on solid moral principles, "Always Do The Right Thing and Be Honest With Your Clients, Candidates, and Employees". Global Talent has over 45 years of combined Direct Recruiting, Retained, Contingency, and Contract Search Staffing experience across a wide array of position disciplines.

Global Talent brings competitive advantages to you with our direct recruiting approach to all staffing assignments…we research, source, and directly recruit from competitive and peripherally related industries searching for the best talent to be sure we give you an edge over the competition…we do not simply mine the internet and job boards. Our qualification and reference checking process done on your behalf is extremely thorough assuring that all candidates you interview are worth the investment.

Whether you need to conduct a confidential search for a new President, have a high priority need for a Six Sigma Black Belt, or are searching for a Contract Engineer to help out with a project, please call us immediately, we have the expertise to provide the Staffing Solutions you need to be successful!

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