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TRISTAR INC

Sr. Electrical Engineer III

Crane, IN

$107K - $139K/yr

... systems; lightning protection systems; audio visual systems; and site electrical distribution ... Apply engineering skills to effectively assess customer's requirements and develop innovative ...

TRISTAR

Sr. Electrical Engineer III

Crane, IN · On-site

$107K - $139K/yr

... systems; lightning protection systems; audio visual systems; and site electrical distribution ... Apply engineering skills to effectively assess customer's requirements and develop innovative ...

TRISTAR

Sr. Electrical Engineer III

Crane, IN · On-site

$107K - $139K/yr

... systems; lightning protection systems; audio visual systems; and site electrical distribution ... Apply engineering skills to effectively assess customer's requirements and develop innovative ...

Hansoninc

Electrical Engineer

Indianapolis, IN

$80K - $120K/yr

A Day in the Life of an Electrical Engineer at Hanson Here's a snapshot of what you would do in ... Lightning protection and other grounding systems * Commercial building electrical, lighting and ...

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How much do lightning protection engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for lightning protection engineer in Indiana is $112,326.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,500.00 and $123,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lightning protection engineer?

To thrive as a Lightning Protection Engineer, you need expertise in electrical engineering principles, grounding systems, and lightning protection standards, typically supported by an engineering degree and relevant experience. Familiarity with design software such as AutoCAD, lightning risk assessment tools, and industry certifications like those from the Lightning Protection Institute (LPI) are commonly expected. Strong project management, teamwork, and client communication skills help set you apart in this specialized field. These abilities are crucial to ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and effective implementation of protective systems in diverse environments.

What is a lightning protection engineer?

A Lightning Protection Engineer is responsible for designing, installing, and maintaining systems that protect buildings, structures, and equipment from lightning strikes. They assess risks, ensure compliance with safety standards, and implement grounding and surge protection solutions. Their work helps prevent damage, fires, and electrical hazards caused by lightning, ensuring safety for people and infrastructure.

What does a lightning protection engineer do?

As a Lightning Protection Engineer, your daily responsibilities often include assessing structures for lightning risks, designing and specifying protection systems, and collaborating with architects, construction teams, and project managers to ensure compliance with safety standards. You may also conduct site inspections, prepare technical documentation, and oversee installation and testing of lightning protection components. Regular communication with clients and other stakeholders is important to address technical questions and ensure project timelines are met. This dynamic role offers a mix of office-based design work and field visits, providing variety and hands-on experience.

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Infographic showing various Lightning Protection Engineer job openings in Indiana as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $112,326 per year, or $54 per hour.

Senior Electrical Substation Engineer

Welty Energy, LLC

Merrillville, IN • On-site

$105K - $137K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Welty Energy is looking for a Senior Electrical Substation Engineer to join our Substation Engineering 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 a Senior Electrical Substation Engineer, you will represent our client(s) specific to substation design working on projects ranging from 12kV-500kV.

This role is preferred to be based out of our Merrillville, IN office mirroring ET hours, however, we will consider remote (in select states, below) for the right candidate.

As a Senior 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.

What We require:

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

Travel:

  • 10-20% travel may be required (project specific).

States to be Considered for a Remote Candidate:

  • Florida
  • Illinois
  • Indiana
  • Kentucky
  • Maryland
  • North Carolina
  • New Jersey
  • New York
  • Ohio
  • Oklahoma
  • Pennsylvania
  • West Virginia
  • Virginia

Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) contributions.

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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