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Airswift

Principal Substation Engineer

Juno Beach, FL · On-site

$96K - $122K/yr

All assigned substation projects from conception (Early Stage) through construction and ... In the conceptual phase, you will work with the Early-Stage Project Manager to support the ...

Leidos

Lead EPC Substation Project Engineer

$100K - $128K/yr

These consulting services provide clients with overall project management tasks in the areas of comprehensive engineering design of electrical transmission and distribution, substation and ...

Leidos

Lead EPC Substation Project Engineer

Missoula, MT · On-site +1

$97K - $124K/yr

These consulting services provide clients with overall project management tasks in the areas of comprehensive engineering design of electrical transmission and distribution, substation and ...

WSP

Lead Substation Project Engineer

Saint Louis, MO · On-site +1

$92K - $117K/yr

Be involved in projects with our Power & Energy Substation Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges. As a key contributor, you will ...

Leidos

Lead EPC Substation Project Engineer

Seattle, WA · On-site

$107K - $195K/yr

These consulting services provide clients with overall project management tasks in the areas of comprehensive engineering design of electrical transmission and distribution, substation and ...

Leidos

Lead EPC Substation Project Engineer

Billings, MT · On-site +1

$97K - $123K/yr

These consulting services provide clients with overall project management tasks in the areas of comprehensive engineering design of electrical transmission and distribution, substation and ...

Leidos

Lead EPC Substation Project Engineer

Boise, ID · On-site

$107K - $195K/yr

These consulting services provide clients with overall project management tasks in the areas of comprehensive engineering design of electrical transmission and distribution, substation and ...

Leidos

Lead EPC Substation Project Engineer

Missoula, MT · On-site

$107K - $195K/yr

These consulting services provide clients with overall project management tasks in the areas of comprehensive engineering design of electrical transmission and distribution, substation and ...

WSP

Lead Substation Project Engineer

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$92K - $117K/yr

Be involved in projects with our Power & Energy Substation Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges. As a key contributor, you will ...

WSP

Substation Project Engineer

Freeport, ME · On-site

$102K - $130K/yr

Be involved in projects with our Power & Energy Substation Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges. This Opportunity Provides high ...

WSP

Substation Project Engineer

Freeport, ME · On-site

$102K - $130K/yr

Be involved in projects with our Power & Energy Substation Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges. This Opportunity Provides high ...

SOLV Energy

Senior Substation Engineer (Remote)

$100K - $128K/yr

The Substation Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and supporting testing of ... in accordance with project requirements and industry standards. * Review load flow, short circuit ...

QTS Realty Trust, Inc.

Substation Engineer

Richmond, VA · On-site

$97K - $124K/yr

Willingness to travel up to 25% to project sites as needed. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred. * 10 Years of experience in substation engineering or a related ...

HDR

Substation Engineer

Seattle, WA · On-site

$112K - $142K/yr

Projects range in size, complexity, and voltage class from small distribution equipment upgrades to large transmission substation projects across the globe. In the role of Substation Engineer, we'll ...

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As of Jul 12, 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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Principal Substation Engineer

Principal Substation Engineer

Airswift

Juno Beach, FL • On-site

$96K - $122K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Airswift is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Principal Substation Engineer to support one of our major renewable energy clients for a long-term contract.
The Engineering & Construction Business Unit is looking for a Principal Engineer - Substation to join their team in Juno Beach, FL. Florida candidates are preferred but they will consider remote work (with travel as needed) for the right candidate.
Responsibilities:
  • All assigned substation projects from conception (Early Stage) through construction and commissioning (Execution).
  • In the conceptual phase, you will work with the Early-Stage Project Manager to support the engineering requirements and scope with the Development Group.
  • Training, due diligence, and technical oversight of external engineers of record (EOR) for all assigned substation projects to ensure compliance with required generation interconnection agreements, scope of work documents, project specifications, site specific design requirements, IEEE, NESC, ASCE and all other applicable industry codes and standards.
  • Securing engineering consulting resources from a list of approved suppliers by developing a scope of work, securing bids, evaluating, and awarding work through Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) Group.
  • Coordinate with other project stakeholders to develop and secure a substation site, support any engineering updates, data and permits necessary to design and build the substation.
  • Competitively source, select and contracting geotechnical, survey, engineering, and construction services, and supporting the E&C Cost Estimating Team with scope assumptions.
  • Coordination with other groups to ensure that the assigned E&C substation projects are successful. Generally responsible for representing E&C's internal and external interests on assigned projects, including presentations/briefing on current progress, issues, and risk mitigation in meetings with various levels of management.
  • Support Transmission Services during review of interconnection documentation including system impact studies, facility studies, reactive and harmonic studies and Interconnection agreements and ensures that Transmission Owner requirements and E&C engineering design are consistent and in compliance with all ISO requirements and incorporated into the project design. Must be able to work with and communicate often to the respective transmission owners/operators/ISOs to ensure project deliverables will meet specific off-taker requirements, are timely and accurate.
  • Manage all project long lead major material orders to minimize risk of delays or exceeding the project budget. Assists ISC with all substation project SOW creation, review, approval, and preparation of shopping carts for engineering services and materials in a timely manner.
  • Support E&C Estimating with template update via project feedback, technical support, and scope modifications.
  • Works collaboratively with project engineering resources in various disciplines to determine project priorities, work plans and lines of demarcation.
  • Ensures projects are efficiently, cost effectively and safely implemented in accordance with department process, procedures, industry standards and policies.
  • Support assigned project commissioning activities to meet corporate objectives.
  • Support Legal in any regulatory filings, depositions and/or hearings.
  • Collaborate with component OEMs to enhance/adapt their designs to better integrate with Company's philosophies.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil/Structural Engineering is preferred.
  • 7+ years experience in Substation design and engineering of High Voltage substation projects is highly preferred.
  • Project Engineering and/or Project Management experience with a strong bias for action.
  • PMP and/or P.E. in related discipline is a plus.
  • Some travel required within North America.
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