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HDR

Substation Designer II

Raleigh, NC · On-site

HDR is currently seeking an entry-level Substation Designer to join our growing and nationally ... Working under the direction of Project Manager(s) and Project Engineer(s) your role will encompass ...

HDR

Substation Designer II

Raleigh, NC · On-site

HDR is currently seeking an entry-level Substation Designer to join our growing and nationally ... Working under the direction of Project Manager(s) and Project Engineer(s) your role will encompass ...

Quanta Services

Drafter - Substation

Chicago, IL

$50K - $72K/yr

We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct ... No experience required for an entry level position in the electric utility industry. More ...

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How much do entry level substation manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level substation manager in the United States is $47,831.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,500.00 and $52,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Substation Manager vs Substation Technician?

AspectEntry Level Substation ManagerSubstation Technician
Required CredentialsAssociate's or Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or related field; some certifications preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent; technical certifications beneficial
Work EnvironmentSupervisory role overseeing operations; office and substation siteHands-on technical work at substations; field environment
Employer & Industry UsageUtilities companies, power providers, industrial plants

The Entry Level Substation Manager typically oversees substation operations, requiring some technical knowledge and leadership skills, while the Substation Technician focuses on technical maintenance and repairs. The manager role involves supervision and planning, whereas technicians perform hands-on tasks. Both roles are essential in the power industry but differ in responsibilities and required experience.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Substation Manager job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,831 per year, or $23 per hour.

Early Career Substation Electrical Engineer

WSP

Saint Louis, MO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 24 days ago

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Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 69 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description


WSP is currently initiating a search for an Entry-Level Substation Electrical Engineer for our Saint Louis, MO office. Be involved in projects with our Power Delivery Substation Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.
This Opportunity
The Entry Level Substation Electrical Engineer will share responsibility with the rest of the department to produce a product consistent with WSP's mission statement and our culture. They are expected to support the department in achieving the goals of the department, maintain WSP's high-quality standards, promote internal teamwork and meet the needs of our clients.
WSP brings global expertise in power delivery, power generation, and program management-anchored by the acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. TRC Companies have now joined WSP, deepening our power practice and expanding our energy advisory and intelligent grid services. We're partnering with clients to shape how energy systems evolve around the world-and we need your help.
Your Impact
  • Perform the detailed design of low to extra-high voltage substations including, but not limited to:
    • One-line diagrams
    • Schematics
    • Wiring diagrams
    • SCADA
    • Communications
    • Station physical layouts
    • Sections/Elevations
    • Cable and conduit plans and details
    • Ground grid design and details
    • Foundation plans and details
    • Structural plans and details
    • Control enclosure design and details
    • Lightning protection plans
    • Yard lighting plans
    • Bills of Materials
    • Site visits
  • Support QA/QC for deliverables to clients
  • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
  • Shall learn, understand, and adhere to client standards and processes while working individually or within a team to complete complex and technically challenging designs.
  • The successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of transmission line design for new lines, relocations, upgrades, and fiber optic additions.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
  • BSEE (BS Electrical Engineering) or BSEET (BS Electrical Engineering Technology) degree, from an accredited university preferably with a power option
  • Strong knowledge and understanding of electrical engineering to build on
  • Candidates should enjoy living in the St Louis area, or have a desire and ability to relocate there with minimal assistance
  • Must have a strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills in order to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel
  • Must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without the need for work sponsorship
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
  • Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
  • 0-1 years of experience

Preferred Qualifications
  • At least three months of relevant electrical engineering work experience; could be on an internship or co-op basis
  • Minimum 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA)
  • Knowledge of electrical utility substations and familiarity with substation design
  • Engineer In Training certificate (EIT) or passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam

Disclaimer:
  • Relocation assistance is not available for this role.

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About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
www.wsp.com
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

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