Entry Level Substation Engineer Jobs in Virginia

Short Description
Bowman has an opportunity for a Substation Electrical Engineer II, Substation to join our team remotely.
At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That's why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.
Purpose
Provides engineering support, and technical expertise for substation engineering projects. This role independently produces, modifies, and reviews complex substation drawings, ensures compliance with company standards, and serves as a technical resource to support the safe and reliable delivery of substation infrastructures.
Responsibilities
Leadership and Direction

• Serve as a technical resource for substation design, CAD standards, tools, and best practices.
• Collaborate closely with substation engineers and project managers to translate engineering concepts into accurate, constructible drawings.
• Support continuous improvement of drafting methods , templates, and workflows.

At the Operational and Company Level

• Produce and maintain detailed substation drawings for new construction, expansions, and retrofit projects.
• Ensure drawing packages comply with company drafting standards, engineering requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
• Coordinate drawing deliverables with engineering, protection & control, civil/structural, and construction teams.
• Support project schedules by managing multiple deliverables and prioritizing work effectively.
• Participate in design reviews and incorporate comments accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain drawing revisions, document control, and version tracking within designated systems.

Do the Work

• Develop, revise, and finalize complex substation drawings, which may include:

• General arrangement and layout drawings
• Sections, elevations, and details
• Electrical Schematics
• Conduit and cable plans
• Grounding layouts
• Structural and foundation details

• Apply redlines and engineering markups with a high degree of accuracy.
• Create and maintain CAD blocks, cell libraries, and standard details.
• Perform quality checks to ensure drawings are complete, consistent, and constructible.
• Support field changes by updating as-built drawings accurately and timely.
• Use advanced CAD features to improve efficiency and drawing quality.

Success Metrics and Competencies

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.
• Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.
• Data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Drawing packages are accurate, complete, and issued on schedule.
• Minimal rework required due to drafting errors or standard non-compliance.
• Engineers and project teams rely on the role for technical CAD expertise.
• Effective mentoring improves overall team drafting quality and consistency.
• Advanced CAD proficiency (substation focus).
• Strong attention to detail and document accuracy.
• Technical understanding of substation layouts and construction practices.
• Time management and multitasking.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Collaboration and customer focus.
• Commitment to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) preferred; progression toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure encouraged.
• Three or more (3+) of progressive CAD/drafting experience, with significant substation or utility experience.
• Expert proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, or equivalent CAD platforms.
• Working knowledge of substation equipment, layouts, grounding, and construction methods.
• Experience with utility drafting standards and document control systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

About Bowman
Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We're committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.
A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.
Salary and eligible variable compensation (if any) commensurate with experience. Range $85,000 - $115,000 and includes a comprehensive benefits package.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.
Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Partially outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
• Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

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Job Description Disclaimer
Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.
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If you have any questions about the application process, please email recruiting@bowman.com.