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Electrical Substation Engineer II - Hybrid / Richmond, VA
Start : September 2025
ST Pay Rate : Up to $52/hr ST (1.5 OT)
Length of Assignment : One year with extension possible
Work Location : Located in the Richmond, VA area
Schedule : Hybrid schedule (2 days remote and 3 days in the office)
Education :
Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Degree
Summary / Responsibilities
Review design packages for substation and high voltage generation tie-line projects associated with new solar and BESS generation projects
Review and provide resolution to third party Owner's Engineer's comments
Respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) from substation/generation tie-line contractor
Support projects starting at the design phase and through construction to energization
Review equipment submittals and commissioning documentation
Interface with other departments or groups such as Business Development, Project Management, Construction, Supply Chain, Real Estate, and Operations
Make occasional day trips to sites in Virginia to help resolve construction related engineering issues
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
2-5+ years of relevant engineering experience
Full knowledge of engineering theories and principles
Knowledge of and experience in power system modeling and electrical engineering principles
Skilled in use of advanced techniques and extension of theories, precepts and practices of substation design (or related sciences and disciplines)
Strong oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing)
Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems
Ability to interpret codes, regulations and practices
Equally effective working independently or in team environment
Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks
Strong planning, organizational and project management skills
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
Working knowledge of PJM and NERC policies and procedures
Experience with ETAP and PSSE is preferred
Experience with relays and control systems
An understanding of substation and transmission line engineering is preferred
Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Virginia or North Carolina Professional Engineer License is preferred but not required.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Contract
Job function Management
Industries Utilities
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Start : September 2025
ST Pay Rate : Up to $52/hr ST (1.5 OT)
Length of Assignment : One year with extension possible
Work Location : Located in the Richmond, VA area
Schedule : Hybrid schedule (2 days remote and 3 days in the office)
Education :
Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Degree
Summary / Responsibilities
Review design packages for substation and high voltage generation tie-line projects associated with new solar and BESS generation projects
Review and provide resolution to third party Owner's Engineer's comments
Respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) from substation/generation tie-line contractor
Support projects starting at the design phase and through construction to energization
Review equipment submittals and commissioning documentation
Interface with other departments or groups such as Business Development, Project Management, Construction, Supply Chain, Real Estate, and Operations
Make occasional day trips to sites in Virginia to help resolve construction related engineering issues
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
2-5+ years of relevant engineering experience
Full knowledge of engineering theories and principles
Knowledge of and experience in power system modeling and electrical engineering principles
Skilled in use of advanced techniques and extension of theories, precepts and practices of substation design (or related sciences and disciplines)
Strong oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing)
Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems
Ability to interpret codes, regulations and practices
Equally effective working independently or in team environment
Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks
Strong planning, organizational and project management skills
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
Working knowledge of PJM and NERC policies and procedures
Experience with ETAP and PSSE is preferred
Experience with relays and control systems
An understanding of substation and transmission line engineering is preferred
Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Virginia or North Carolina Professional Engineer License is preferred but not required.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Contract
Job function Management
Industries Utilities
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