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Electrical Substation Engineer

Houston, TX

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Electrical Substation Engineer This Substation Engineer role focuses on delivering detailed physical substation engineering for mid to large-scale projects in a high-voltage environment. You will ...

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Electrical Substation Engineer

Cary, NC · On-site

$91K - $116K/yr

Prepares and develops substation design packages, including, but not limited to, physical arrangement above and below grade, protective relaying and control, electrical studies such as grounding and ...

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How much do electrical substation jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for electrical substation in the United States is $100,250.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,000.00 and $130,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a substation electrician do?

A substation electrician installs, maintains, and repairs electrical equipment in substations, ensuring the reliable transmission of electricity. They work with high-voltage systems, use specialized tools, and often require safety certifications and knowledge of electrical codes. Their tasks include troubleshooting faults, replacing components, and ensuring equipment operates safely and efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Electrical Substation position, and why are they important?

Excelling in an Electrical Substation role requires a strong background in electrical engineering, power systems, and problem-solving, often supported by an electrical engineering degree, apprenticeship, or relevant technical certifications. Familiarity with SCADA systems, relay protection devices, and safety protocols such as OSHA standards is typically essential. Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication are valuable soft skills in this position. These competencies ensure safe and efficient operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of high-voltage equipment crucial to power reliability.

What is an Electrical Substation job?

An Electrical Substation job involves the maintenance, operation, and installation of equipment used to regulate and distribute electricity in a power grid. Workers in this role ensure substations function efficiently by inspecting transformers, circuit breakers, and other electrical components. Responsibilities may also include troubleshooting electrical faults and performing routine maintenance to prevent system failures. Substation technicians and engineers must follow strict safety protocols due to the high-voltage environment.

How much does substation pay per hour?

Electrical substation technicians typically earn between $20 and $40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and certifications. Skilled workers with specialized knowledge or certifications like OSHA or electrical licenses may earn higher wages, especially in areas with high demand or hazardous environments.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in electrical substation roles?

Professionals working in electrical substations often face challenges such as adhering to strict safety procedures when handling high-voltage equipment, responding quickly to power outages or system malfunctions, and keeping up with evolving industry technology and regulations. The role requires working both independently and as part of a team, frequently in outdoor or shift-based environments where conditions may vary. Effective troubleshooting and clear communication with other engineers, utility personnel, and sometimes emergency responders are essential. Overcoming these challenges helps ensure a safe work environment and reliable electricity supply to communities and businesses.

What's the highest paid electrical job?

In the electrical field, roles such as electrical engineers, especially those with specialized skills in power systems or project management, tend to have the highest salaries. Senior electrical engineers and those working in high-demand industries or with advanced certifications can earn significantly higher wages compared to entry-level positions.

Do substation techs make more than Lineman?

Electrical substation technicians and linemen have different roles; linemen typically earn higher wages due to their outdoor, physically demanding work and climbing requirements. Substation techs usually focus on maintaining and troubleshooting electrical equipment within substations, often requiring specialized certifications. Wages vary by region and experience, but linemen generally have higher earning potential.
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Infographic showing various Electrical Substation job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,250 per year, or $48.2 per hour.

Electrical Substation Engineer

Welty Energy, LLC

Trenton, NJ • Remote

$85K - $130K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Welty Energy is looking to add an Electrical Substation Engineer to join our growing Engineering Substation team!

Who is Welty Energy?

Welty Energy, an affiliate of Welty, is a professional services company specializing in program and project management, transmission line engineering, substation engineering and construction oversight on transmission, substation and distribution projects ranging in voltages from 4kV to 765kV.

Headquartered in Akron, OH, and working nationally, Welty Energy currently manages approximately $500 million in construction projects for electric utilities in the Midwest and Northeast regions of the U.S.

As an Electrical Substation Engineer, you will represent our client(s) specific to substation design working on projects ranging from 12kV-500kV and operate as an Owner's Engineer supporting with QA/QC tasks for the client(s).

While this position can be remote the hired team member is intended to reside in the state of New Jersey. For the right candidate, we may have flexibility to New York or Pennsylvania.

As an Electrical Substation Engineer, you may:

  • 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.
  • Create and modify physical drawings including plan and section views, yard layouts, bill of material lists, grounding drawings, etc.
  • Perform calculations such as battery sizing, AC loading, voltage drop, conduit fill, lightning protection, lighting design, and ground grid studies.
  • Perform reviews of Substation Engineers an Designers work to ensure they meet code, customer requirements, and good engineering practices.
  • Coordinate with other disciplines such as project management and civil engineering teams.
  • Interface with client’s engineering groups and project management team to provide regular and timely updates.
  • Review manufacturer drawings.
  • Incorporate red line drawings from the field to as-builts.
  • Update design leads or project managers on project status as needed.
  • Perform site visits when necessary.
  • Additional tasks as dictated by project necessity.

What We Require:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering at an ABET accredited university
  • 5+ years of experience as a Substation Engineer
  • EIT Certification with the intention to pursue PE license (PE preferred)

Travel:

  • 10-20% travel will be required.

Pay Scale and Benefits:

  • Salary: $85,000 - $130,000
  • Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) contributions.


Please note, the actual base pay depends upon many factors, such as education, experience, and skills. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

While we provide a range, we'd love to hear from you if you are in or outside of this range as there may be other opportunities that suit your skills/criteria.


See our Culture video here to learn more about what makes Welty Energy such a great place to work for!

Important Notice to US Applicants:

Welty Energy, an affiliate of Welty Building Company, LLC., is an at-will employer.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.


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