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Senior Wiring Designer 1 - Grid
Sargent & Lundy
Phoenix, AZ
…with engineers and other designers involved in high voltage substation design. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, preparation of the following design deliverables…
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Senior Wiring Designer 2 -- Grid
Sargent & Lundy
Portland, OR
…with engineers and other designers involved in high voltage substation design. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, preparation of the following design deliverables…
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Lead Substation Electrical Engineer
RG Vanderweil.com
Boston, MA
Coordinate Protection & Control interfaces and related deliverables, including protection schematics, three-lines, AC/DC schematics, control wiring, panel interfaces, metering, and…
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Substation Protection & Controls Designer
Actalent
Birmingham, AL
…advance how companies serve the world.The position falls within Substation Department of the organization. The designer will develop electrical construction drawings for substations. They…
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Protection And Controls Designer
Actalent
Birmingham, AL
…advance how companies serve the world.The position falls within Substation Department of the organization. The designer will develop electrical construction drawings for substations. They…
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Substation Physical Designer
Kimley-Horn
Woodstock, GA
The successful candidate will support the design, and execution of high-voltage and medium-voltage substation projects for utility, renewable energy, and industrial clients.…
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Substation Engineer III
Welty Shared Services LLC
Merrillville, IN
Create and modify protection and control design drawings including, but not limited to one-lines, three-lines, AC schematics, DC schematics, communication drawings, wiring diagrams, etc.
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Lead Under Ground Transmission Engineer
AECOM
Remote, United States
- $80,000 to $120,000 USD / year
Provide technical guidance and oversight for substation physical design, protection and control integration, grounding systems, equipment layouts, and power delivery infrastructure.
Added 15 days ago
Electrical Project Engineer
Luxus
Raleigh, NC
Substation Engineering: Collaborate with senior leadership to develop sophisticated substation physical layouts, construction drawings, and protection/control schemes.
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Substation Designer - Pittsburgh, PA
Military Spouse Jobs & VetJobs
United States
Leidos is seeking a Substation Designer to work a hybrid schedule in our Pittsburgh office.
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Substation Project Engineer (62997)
NEI Electric Power Engineering
Remote, United States
- $110,000 to $165,000 USD / year
As a Substation Project Engineer, you will lead portions of multi-disciplinary substation projects while performing engineering design and analysis across both physical and protection &…
Added 17 days ago
Substation Designer
RRC Power and Energy
Remote, United States
RRC is seeking a talented Substation Designer to help us build the future of U.S. energy production from our Denver, CO offices in the US, or Toronto, ON or Calgary, AB offices in Canada.…
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Sr. Substation Designer
The Haskell Company
St. Louis, MO · Atlanta, GA · Oklahoma City, OK · Madison, WI
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Substation Physical Drafter/Designer
Enercon Services, Inc.
Lake Mary, FL · Spring, TX · Overland Park, KS · Kennesaw, GA · UNAVAILABLE
Substation Design & Drafting: Develop or draft electric substation drawings, including General Arrangements, Elevations, Conduit Plans/Details, Grounding Plans/Details, Foundation Plans,…
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Substation Protection & Controls Drafter/Designer
Enercon Services, Inc.
Lake Mary, FL · Spring, TX · Overland Park, KS · Kennesaw, GA · UNAVAILABLE
Due to continued growth, our Power Delivery group is seeking a Substation Drafter/Designer – Protection & Controls in one of the following office locations:
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Senior Substation Designer (Wiring Design)
ExecuPOWER
United States
Senior Protection & Controls Substation Designer - Remote
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Senior Designer/Drafter- Substations
WSB LLC
Minneapolis, MN
Forge ahead with WSB. We are seeking Senior Designer/Drafter- Substations to add to our growing team. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results and we’ve dedicated…
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Senior Electrical Designer- Substation
RG Vanderweil.com
Boston, MA · Philadelphia, PA · New York, NY
Lead the development of substation physical and protection/control design packages for projects ranging from 34.5kV to 500kV.
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Substation Project Engineer
LEIDOS ENGINEERING INC
Chicago, IL
Performing quality control checks on substation physical and P&C design projects.
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Substation Project Engineer - AI & Automation
LEIDOS ENGINEERING INC
Remote, United States
Performing quality control checks on substation physical and P&C design projects.
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Lead Substation Physical Designer
GAI Consultants Inc
Lisle, IL · Overland Park, KS · Homestead, PA
GAI Consultants is seeking a Lead Designer for Substation Physical Design that will perform physical design related tasks, technical guidance/training/mentoring of CAD/design staff and…
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Entry Level Substation Electrical Engineer - #3041
Wade Trim
Detroit, MI
This position will design electrical installation and protective relaying and control (PR&C) components for electrical substation projects, including but not limited to, substation…
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Intermediate Substation Designer
WSP
Hallowell, ME
WSP is currently initiating a search for an Intermediate Substation Designer for our Hallowell, ME office. Remote option may be available for candidates residing in the northeast region.
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Senior P & C Designer
GFT.
Charlotte, NC · Roanoke, VA · St. Louis, MO · Pittsburgh, PA · Chicago, IL · Phoenix, AZ · Marlton, NJ
This experienced designer will be responsible for the protection and control design of high voltage substation projects up to 765kV.
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P & C Designer
GFT.
Chicago, IL · Pittsburgh, PA · Charlotte, NC · Roanoke, VA · Phoenix, AZ · Marlton, NJ
This experienced designer will be responsible for the protection and control design of high voltage substation projects up to 765kV.

Wade Trim

Entry Level Substation Electrical Engineer - #3041

Detroit, MI, United States

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Experience: 0 to 3 years of related experience required
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 13, 2026

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What We Offer:

Our excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program. Employee Resource Groups and Programs offered include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Rotation Program, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.

Position Description:

We are looking for an Entry Level Substation Electrical Engineer to join our Industrial Commercial Energy Team to improve infrastructure in our Michigan offices. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and zero to three years of experience. Completion of Part I of the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam and knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D and Bluebeam Revu is preferred. Strong written and verbal communication/coordination skills are essential.

This position will design electrical installation and protective relaying and control (PR&C) components for electrical substation projects, including but not limited to, substation equipment layout, detailed electrical installation design, and PR&C design steel design, in accordance with governing industry codes and standards.

This position requires periods of intense concentration. This position is hybrid, with the option to be within a normal office environment, work fully remote, or a combination thereof. This position requires infrequent travel.

This position will provide frequent exposure to electrical design standards and codes, including but not limited to, IEEE, NFPA, NEC, and NESC.

Typical responsibilities include:

Perform high voltage substation design, including electrical installation design and PR&C design with an emphasis on continuous improvement.
Prepare one-line diagrams, electrical installation plans, electrical installation section views, electrical installation details, below grade grounding & conduit plans, and cable schedules in accordance with governing industry code and client standards.
Prepare panel elevations and PR&C schematic, wiring, and interconnection diagrams in accordance with governing industry code and client standards.
Prepare auxiliary power equipment sizing calculations.
Perform complex engineering calculations/studies related to substation projects such as: lightning protection, conduit fill, AC/DC station service loading, surge arrester sizing and voltage drop.
Create SCADA RTU control, status and analog point lists.
Prepare construction drawings with the assistance of a designer/technician competent in the use of industry standard CADD software, and in accordance with client standards.
Prepare construction specifications, project documents, and bill of material lists, in accordance with both client and industry standards.
Attend site visits as required.
Assist in the preparation of proposals.
Assist Project Managers as needed.
Attend client, project and staff meetings including client progress, plan review, pre-construction, etc.
Attend seminars and/or training classes.
Maintain excellent client relations.
Maintain a safe working environment.

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Skills/Experience:

0 to 3 years of related experience required
Completion of Part I of the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam preferred
Knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bluebeam Revu is preferred

About Wade Trim:

Wade Trim is committed to maximizing the value of infrastructure investments. We’ve been solving complex engineering challenges for a century. We customize our work approach to fit each project using a collaborative, friendly style to deliver solutions our clients can stand behind.

Our supportive culture recognizes and strives to fulfill collective client, company, and individual needs. Mentoring and building skills of Wade Trim staff is a priority. Frequent interaction among staff is encouraged, company leadership is easily accessible, and opportunities are provided for staff to help shape the firm’s future through strategic planning. Work/life balance is supported through a flexible, hybrid work schedule that brings team members together in the office at least two days a week and connects them virtually when working from home.

To solve our clients’ toughest challenges, we’ve devoted ourselves to delivering innovative solutions. Our Office of Applied Technology (OAT) is dedicated to seeking new technologies or ways to apply existing technologies to enhance value to our clients and positively impact communities. All staff are encouraged to share ideas and suggestions for innovative technologies or processes to adopt. This open-minded approach enables us to advance technology, foster innovation, and stay ahead of our clients’ needs.

Wade Trim’s success is shared by the employees that make it happen. Since our beginning, our firm has been 100% employee owned. This cultivates an ownership mindset that benefits our work approach, collaborative culture, and ability to deliver client solutions. We believe employee ownership drives the sustainability and growth of our firm and provides all our employees with opportunities for financial success.

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in a friendly environment, please submit your resume by visiting the Careers section of our website at http://www.wadetrim.com/careers.

Wade Trim is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Skills

Electrical engineering
Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D
Bluebeam
Communication skills
Process improvement
SCADA
CAD software

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