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Stone Peak

Senior Substation Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$104K - $133K/yr

Mentor less experienced employees in substation project execution. * Execute detailed design of medium to extra high voltage utility substations including one-line diagrams, elementary and wiring ...

ISG

Substation Project Manager

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$105K - $135K/yr

In this role, you will guide high-impact, multi-phase projects from concept through commissioning ... Leads execution of high complexity substation projects, including greenfield substations, system ...

HDR

Substation Project Engineer

Irvine, CA

$105K - $134K/yr

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us ... The primary duties of the Substation Project Engineer include responsibility for knowledge and ...

HDR

Substation Project Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$105K - $134K/yr

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us ... The primary duties of the Substation Project Engineer include responsibility for knowledge and ...

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How much do live in substation project jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for live in substation project in the United States is $104,604.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,500.00 and $135,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Live In Substation Project vs Substation Technician?

AspectLive In Substation ProjectSubstation Technician
CredentialsRelevant electrical certifications, safety trainingElectrical certifications, safety training
Work EnvironmentOn-site, often in remote or outdoor substation locationsOn-site, within substations or electrical facilities
Employer & IndustryPower utilities, construction companiesPower utilities, maintenance firms
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding project-specific roles and accommodationsDaily duties and technical skills

Live In Substation Project roles involve working on electrical substations with accommodations provided on-site, often during large-scale construction or upgrade projects. Substation Technicians focus on maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting substation equipment. While both require electrical certifications and safety training, the Live In Substation Project emphasizes project-based work with on-site living, whereas Substation Technicians typically work in ongoing maintenance roles.

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Infographic showing various Live In Substation Project job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $104,604 per year, or $50.3 per hour.

Substation Project Manager

ISG (Information Services Group)

Dublin, OH • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Substation Project Manager to lead complex substation projects for utility and energy clients. In this role, you will guide high-impact, multi-phase projects from concept through commissioning; bringing together multidisciplinary teams, managing scope, schedule, and budget, and serving as a trusted partner to clients. Your leadership, technical expertise, and ability to translate complex challenges into practical solutions will directly influence safe, reliable, and high-quality infrastructure solutions.
This position will work on transmission and distribution projects directly associated with FirstEnergy, one of ISG's trusted and longstanding client partners.
We operate as a one-profit-center firm and we work as one team across all offices, sharing resources, expertise, and opportunities to best serve our clients and support our employee owners.  Regardless of where this position is posted, we encourage all qualified candidates from any ISG geography to apply. 
  • Leads execution of high complexity substation projects, including greenfield substations, system expansions, large-scale equipment upgrades, and automation system overhauls.
  • Take ownership of the full project lifecycle, including scope development, cost estimating, budgeting, scheduling, engineering oversight, quality assurance, and risk management.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, fostering strong relationships while translating project goals into clear, actionable plans.
  • Direct and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams, collaborating with electrical, civil, and structural engineers to ensure seamless project delivery.
  • Contribute strategic insight into proposals, fee development, resource allocation, and broader business development initiatives.
  • Facilitate high-quality outcomes by implementing QA/QC processes and conducting technical reviews of designs, calculations, and deliverables.
  • Oversee or support the development of advanced protection and control and physical substation designs, including one-line diagrams, relay schemes, and layout plans.
  • Support field engineering, commissioning, and troubleshooting efforts during construction and system energization.
  • Collaborates with peers to enhance engineering standards, tools, and processes.
  • Mentor and develop junior staff and project team members, serving as a technical resource and subject matter expert when needed.
  • Represent the organization in industry events, technical committees, and client-facing strategy discussions.
  • Ensure work aligns with applicable codes, standards (NEC, NESC), safety protocols, and client-specific requirements.
  • Promote innovation and continuous improvement within the substation team.
  • Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline required.
  • 12+ years of experience in substation engineering, design, or consulting environments required.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred (state-specific licensure or ability to obtain).
  • Proficiency with engineering design tools and a strong understanding of CAD systems
  • Strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards, including NEC and NESC
  • Commitment to staying current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices. through ongoing professional development.
  • Proven ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with team members, clients, and external partners.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and stakeholders.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Team-oriented mindset with the ability to contribute positively to group dynamics and culture.
  • Demonstrates integrity, accountability, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel for site visits, design reviews and client meetings.
  • Medical, dental, and vision
  • Paid time off, pro-rated amount available on your start date
  • Paid holidays and paid volunteer time
  • Paid parental leave
  • Bi-annual profit sharing
  • Employee Ownership Stock Plan (ESOP)
  • 401K retirement plan
  • Life insurance
  • HSA and FSA options
  • Bereavement leave
  • Supplemental voluntary benefits
  • Short term and long-term disability
  • Parking reimbursement, varies on office location

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