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Substation Project Engineer

Sioux Falls, SD · On-site

$98K - $124K/yr

Working under the direction of Project Manager(s), your role will encompass the following ... Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Work under the direction of the Project Manager(s) and Project Engineer(s). * Prepare calculations ... Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Substation Project Engineer

Boise, ID · On-site

$93K - $119K/yr

Effectively communicate and coordinate project activities with manager, clients, and others as ... Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Substation Project Engineer

Boise, ID · On-site

$93K - $119K/yr

Effectively communicate and coordinate project activities with manager, clients, and others as ... Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Substation Owner's Engineer

Georgetown, OH · Remote

$93K - $119K/yr

Prepare technical reports and engineering documentation for executive and public review. * Provide ... Excellent technical, communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills * Proficient with ...

Working under the direction of Project Manager(s) and Project Engineer(s) your role will encompass ... Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

With dual headquarters in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Thalheim, Germany ... Job Site Management and Communication: * Maintain cleanliness of the job site and equipment.

With dual headquarters in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Thalheim, Germany ... Job Site Management and Communication: * Maintain cleanliness of the job site and equipment.

Project Engineer (Substation Design)

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$97K - $123K/yr

... with manager, clients, and others as needed - Works independently and may direct, mentor, train ... Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Substation Owner's Engineer

Marietta, PA · Remote

$93K - $118K/yr

Prepare technical reports and engineering documentation for executive and public review. * Provide ... Excellent technical, communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills * Proficient with ...

Working under the direction of Project Manager(s) and Project Engineer(s) your role will encompass ... Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Substation Owner's Engineer

Owings Mills, MD · Remote

$93K - $119K/yr

Prepare technical reports and engineering documentation for executive and public review. * Provide ... Excellent technical, communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills * Proficient with ...

Substation Owner's Engineer

Warrenville, IL · Remote

$101K - $129K/yr

Prepare technical reports and engineering documentation for executive and public review. * Provide ... Excellent technical, communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills * Proficient with ...

Substation Owner's Engineer

Houston, TX · Remote

$95K - $121K/yr

Prepare technical reports and engineering documentation for executive and public review. * Provide ... Excellent technical, communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills * Proficient with ...

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How much do executive substation manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for executive substation manager in the United States is $59,924.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,500.00 and $66,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Executive Substation Manager vs Substation Supervisor?

AspectExecutive Substation ManagerSubstation Supervisor
CredentialsEngineering degree, certifications in electrical systems, management experienceTechnical training, electrical certifications, supervisory experience
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple substations, strategic planning, administrative dutiesDirectly manages daily operations, onsite supervision of staff
Employer & Industry UsageUtility companies, energy providers, large industrial firmsUtility companies, electrical contractors, maintenance firms

The Executive Substation Manager typically handles strategic oversight and administrative responsibilities across multiple substations, requiring advanced credentials and management experience. In contrast, the Substation Supervisor focuses on daily operational supervision and technical oversight at a specific site. Both roles are essential in the electrical industry but differ mainly in scope and level of responsibility.

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Infographic showing various Executive Substation Manager job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,924 per year, or $28.8 per hour.
Substation Project Engineer

Substation Project Engineer

HDR

Sioux Falls, SD • On-site

$98K - $124K/yr

Other

Posted 5 days ago


HDR rating

9.1

Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

Based on 57 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

26th of 375 rated engineering


Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you'll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You'll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.

HDR Engineering is looking for a Substation Project Engineer to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals in our Rapid City, South Dakota office.

The primary duties of the Substation Project Engineer include physical substation, protection, and control engineering for High Voltage Electric Utility projects, 12kV through 500kV. Projects range in size, complexity, and voltage class from small distribution equipment upgrades to large transmission substation projects across the globe.

Working under the direction of Project Manager(s), your role will encompass the following:

  • Understand physical substation design including yard layouts, plans, sections and details, grounding, lightning protection, control building arrangements, interior and exterior raceways, auxiliary AC/DC power systems, and associated bills of material.

  • Understand protection and control design including panel arrangements, one lines/single lines, three lines, AC/DC schematics, equipment wiring and relay panel wiring.
  • Prepare calculations for studies and reports (grounding, lighting protection, AC/DC load studies, etc.).
  • Prepare equipment specifications for procurement and/or factory acceptance testing.
  • Coordinate design activities with other departments (Civil/Structural, Networks, Transmission Line, etc.).
  • Effectively communicate and coordinate project activities with manager, clients, and others as needed.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Direct, mentor, train, and/or supervise efforts of less-experienced EIT's and/or Designers.
  • Support preparing scopes, schedules, and budgets, and ensure that schedules and budgets are met.
  • Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Masters degree in Engineering
  • A minimum of 3 years experience in project execution within substation design
  • Previous experience with an engineering consulting firm

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Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license
  • Previous experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
  • Computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Power Market Sector design software. (examples include PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit)
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.


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About HDR

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At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists.

Industry

Specialized design services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Omaha, NE, US

Year founded

1917