Substation Engineer

K&A Power Group – is a privately held engineering firm delivering worldclass technical expertise and engineering excellence to power utility and industrial clients across the United States, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. We provide comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program and project management, construction management, and EPC services, specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, and distributed energy resources.

We pride ourselves on attracting and developing top talent, building a culture of excellence, and building meaningful, long-term relationships with our employees, clients and communities, wherever they are in the world.

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We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Substation Engineer to join our team at K&A Power Group Remotely. 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.

Role Expectations:

• Lead or support the design of HV/MV substations (69kV–500kV) including physical layout, grounding, protection & control, and equipment specifications.
• Develop engineering deliverables such as one-lines, three-lines, schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment plans.
• Substation Design includes the creation of substation construction drawing packages, developing bill of materials and the procurement of minor materials.
• Ensure designs comply with NESC, IEEE, NEC, and utility standards.
• Collaborate closely with procurement, construction, and project management teams throughout the EPC lifecycle.
• Provide engineering support during construction, including RFIs, field changes, and technical clarifications.
• Review vendor drawings, equipment submittals, and technical documentation.
• Participate in constructability reviews and support commissioning activities.

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years of substation engineering experience within utilities, EPC firms, or engineering consultancies.
• Strong knowledge of high-voltage substation design, protection & control, and physical layout.
• Experience working in an EPC project environment (preferred: full lifecycle exposure).
• Proficiency with engineering tools such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar.
• Understanding of industry standards (IEEE, NESC, NEC, utility specs).
• Excellent communication and remote collaboration skills.
• EIT certification or PE license is a plus
• Past project experience working with large utilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Projects, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Must be able to travel for meetings or site visits.

Pay Range $115,000 - 150,000

Why Join K&A?
People-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.
Innovation & Learning: We encourage continuous learning and invest in your development through training, mentorship, and hands-on experience.
Collaborative Team Environment: We believe in the power of collaboration and working together to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and employees.
Recognition & 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.
Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package for eligible classified employees, including but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account
• 401K (Traditional and Roth with Company Match)
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement, Parking and Transit Reimbursement, and Pet Insurance
• Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)