Substation Physical Engineer III
Full-time
US
Oct 29, 2026
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About the Role
Role Summary The Engineer III – Substation Physical Design leads physical design of high-voltage substations supporting renewable energy interconnections. This work requires independent judgment, comfort with ambiguity, and the ability to translate client documentation and utility interconnection requirements into actionable physical engineering deliverables. This is a hands-on, production-focused role that calls for strong engineering judgment, comfort with ambiguity, and the confidence to move designs forward independently while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary partners in an employee-owned culture accelerating the clean-energy transition. Please note, the salary advertised above is in USD. The CAD salary range for this role is approximately C$154,000 - C$192,000. Duties & Responsibilities: Project Delivery & Execution Develop physical substation design packages for renewable energy substations and/or utility interconnections, including general arrangement drawings, plan/section/elevation views, equipment layouts, bus arrangements, and preliminary steel and foundation quantities. The role may support the development of substation structural steel and foundation drawings in alignment with the project structural engineers to maximize efficient design practices. Develop grounding, lightning protection, and conduit/raceway layouts as required. Translate utility interconnection requirements and client documentation into clear, actionable preliminary physical