Substation Engineer – Renewables

SunEnergy1 is hiring a Substation Engineer for utility-scale renewable energy projects in the U.S. The role involves designing substation layouts, preparing engineering documents, supporting permitting processes, and collaborating with project teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, 3+ years of substation engineering experience, and proficiency in relevant design tools. Excellent communication skills and knowledge of renewable energy standards are preferred.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Substation Engineer to support the design, development, and implementation of substations for utility-scale renewable energy projects, including solar and wind. The ideal candidate will have experience with high-voltage substation design and a passion for driving clean energy solutions.

Key Responsibilities:
• Design and develop substation layouts, one-line diagrams, protection & control schemes, and grounding systems for renewable energy projects.
• Prepare engineering documents including specifications, calculations, and construction drawings.
• Support permitting processes by providing technical inputs for environmental and regulatory filings.
• Collaborate with project developers, transmission/interconnection teams, and construction managers throughout project lifecycle.
• Review and evaluate engineering work from EPC partners and external consultants.
• Conduct field visits to support construction and commissioning activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards including IEEE, NEC, NESC, and local jurisdictional requirements.
• Participate in interconnection application processes and utility coordination.
• Provide technical support during RFP evaluations for equipment and services.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (Power Systems focus preferred).
• 3+ years of experience in substation engineering, ideally in the renewable energy or utility industry.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, ETAP, SKM, or similar electrical engineering design tools.
• Understanding of protection & control, grounding, and SCADA systems.
• Experience working with transmission and interconnection utilities.
• PE license or ability to obtain is a plus.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.

Preferred Skills:
• Familiarity with renewable energy project development and permitting.
• Knowledge of NERC/FERC standards and ISO/RTO processes.
• Experience with energy storage or hybrid systems.