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Substation Engineer

Nashville, TN, United States

$45.67 to $57.69 USD / hour

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Pay: $45.67 to $57.69 USD / hour
Experience: At least 5 years of relevant engineering experience, preferably in substation or power delivery environments.
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 9, 2026

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Job Title: Substation EngineerJob DescriptionThis role leads and supports the engineering, design, and delivery of substation and power delivery projects from early design development through construction documentation. The Substation Engineer manages a team of engineers and EITs, oversees project schedules and resources, and ensures technically accurate, well-coordinated, and constructible design packages. The position combines technical substation engineering, project management, client coordination, and team mentoring to deliver high-quality electrical infrastructure solutions.Responsibilities

Lead, supervise, and mentor a team of substation engineers and EITs, providing technical guidance and supporting their professional development.
Manage workload, project schedules, and team resources to meet project deadlines and deliverables across multiple concurrent assignments.
Plan, coordinate, and deliver substation projects through all phases, including design development, detailed design, and construction documentation.
Develop project proposals, scopes of work, and fee estimates that clearly define project objectives, deliverables, and assumptions.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to understand their needs, address issues, and support long-term partnerships.
Support business development efforts and participate in the pursuit of new project opportunities in power delivery and substation engineering.
Coordinate closely with project managers, engineers, designers, and other technical disciplines to ensure integrated and consistent project delivery.
Participate in project meetings and on-site work sessions as needed to resolve issues, clarify design intent, and support field activities.
Review project documents for technical accuracy, code compliance, coordination across disciplines, and potential design conflicts.
Prepare and edit technical specifications for substation and related electrical systems, ensuring clarity, completeness, and consistency.
Coordinate and prepare responses to RFIs, addenda, change orders, and other project modifications in a timely and accurate manner.
Provide construction administration support, including reviewing submittals, addressing field questions, and supporting issue resolution.
Perform QA/QC reviews of engineering and design deliverables to uphold quality standards and reduce errors and rework.
Coordinate with governing agencies and other stakeholders to interpret and apply applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
Support continuous improvement initiatives, contribute to the development of best practices, and promote overall project and team success.

Essential Skills

Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
At least 5 years of relevant engineering experience, preferably in substation or power delivery environments.
Experience supporting power delivery, substation, utility, or related electrical infrastructure projects.
Strong technical experience in substation engineering, including physical design and protection and control (P&C).
Proficiency in substation design principles and electrical engineering fundamentals related to power delivery.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines effectively.
Strong project management and organizational skills, including planning, scheduling, and resource coordination.
Ability to effectively coordinate across multiple engineering and design disciplines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical information to diverse audiences.
Proven ability to mentor and provide technical guidance to junior team members.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience serving as a Substation Engineer or in a similar role within power delivery projects.
Exposure to both physical substation design and protection and control (P&C) systems.
Experience participating in or supporting business development and client relationship activities.
Experience in preparing and reviewing technical specifications and construction documents.
Experience performing QA/QC reviews of engineering and design deliverables.
Familiarity with coordinating with governing agencies and stakeholders on codes, standards, and permitting requirements.
Interest in contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and team development.

Work EnvironmentThe role focuses on the engineering and design of substation and power delivery projects, involving close collaboration with project managers, engineers, designers, and other technical disciplines. Work typically takes place in an office or hybrid setting, with periodic participation in project meetings and on-site work sessions as needed to support design coordination and construction activities. The environment emphasizes structured project schedules, coordination across multiple teams, and adherence to technical standards and quality processes. Hours generally follow standard business schedules, with flexibility required at times to meet project deadlines and support multiple concurrent projects. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nashville, TN. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $45.67 - $57.69/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nashville, TN. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Nashville,TN.About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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