Kiewit
Substation Engineer Lead - Kiewit Power Delivery Engineering
Kiewit, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Substation Engineer Lead - Kiewit Power Delivery Engineering
Requisition ID:
178946
Job Level:
Senior Level
Home District/Group:
Kiewit Power Delivery
Department:
Design Engineering
Market:
Power
Employment Type:
Full Time
Location:
Portland, OR or Salt Lake City, UT
Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Lead Substation Engineer to support and guide the design of high voltage substation projects across the country. This role involves technical leadership, coordination, and hands on engineering for 12 kV to 500 kV substation, transmission, and distribution projects in both traditional engineering design and EPC environments. As a Lead Substation Engineer, you will oversee the development of substation physical and/or protection & control designs from early conceptual stages through detailed engineering and construction support. You’ll work closely with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure that project deliverables meet technical, quality, and schedule expectations.
Responsibilities
Lead the engineering and design of greenfield and brownfield substations, including equipment layout, bus configurations, grounding, lightning protection, and control building arrangements.
Oversee development of key design documents such as:
One line and three line diagrams
General arrangement drawings
Equipment specifications and bills of material
Grounding and lightning protection studies
Conduct, cable, and raceway plans
Protection & control schematics and wiring diagrams (if applicable to role focus)
Coordinate with civil, structural, transmission, and protection teams to ensure integrated and constructible designs.
Review and approve engineering deliverables for accuracy, compliance, and constructability.
Support project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation for the substation engineering team.
Provide technical guidance during procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning.
Identify project risks and work with project managers and discipline leads to development mitigation strategies.
Mentor and develop junior engineers and designers.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline.
8-10 years of experience in high voltage substation design (utility, EPC, or consulting environment).
Familiarity with industry standards such as IEEE, NESC, and utility specific requirements.
Experience leading engineering teams or serving as a technical lead.
Proficiency with substation design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation, CDEGS, or equivalent).
Strong communication and coordination skills.
Working Conditions
Regular, reliable attendance
Work productively and meet deadlines timely
Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.
Benefits We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Statement Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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178946
Job Level:
Senior Level
Home District/Group:
Kiewit Power Delivery
Department:
Design Engineering
Market:
Power
Employment Type:
Full Time
Location:
Portland, OR or Salt Lake City, UT
Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Lead Substation Engineer to support and guide the design of high voltage substation projects across the country. This role involves technical leadership, coordination, and hands on engineering for 12 kV to 500 kV substation, transmission, and distribution projects in both traditional engineering design and EPC environments. As a Lead Substation Engineer, you will oversee the development of substation physical and/or protection & control designs from early conceptual stages through detailed engineering and construction support. You’ll work closely with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure that project deliverables meet technical, quality, and schedule expectations.
Responsibilities
Lead the engineering and design of greenfield and brownfield substations, including equipment layout, bus configurations, grounding, lightning protection, and control building arrangements.
Oversee development of key design documents such as:
One line and three line diagrams
General arrangement drawings
Equipment specifications and bills of material
Grounding and lightning protection studies
Conduct, cable, and raceway plans
Protection & control schematics and wiring diagrams (if applicable to role focus)
Coordinate with civil, structural, transmission, and protection teams to ensure integrated and constructible designs.
Review and approve engineering deliverables for accuracy, compliance, and constructability.
Support project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation for the substation engineering team.
Provide technical guidance during procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning.
Identify project risks and work with project managers and discipline leads to development mitigation strategies.
Mentor and develop junior engineers and designers.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline.
8-10 years of experience in high voltage substation design (utility, EPC, or consulting environment).
Familiarity with industry standards such as IEEE, NESC, and utility specific requirements.
Experience leading engineering teams or serving as a technical lead.
Proficiency with substation design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation, CDEGS, or equivalent).
Strong communication and coordination skills.
Working Conditions
Regular, reliable attendance
Work productively and meet deadlines timely
Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.
Benefits We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Statement Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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