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SOLV Energy

Senior Substation Engineer (Remote)

$100K - $128K/yr

... substation equipment, and relevant industry standards. This role is fully remote. Specific location ... Design/Review electrical substations, including layout, equipment selection, and equipment ...

Nexus Engineering Group

Substation Engineer

Cleveland, OH · On-site +1

$75K - $85K/yr

As a Substation Engineer, you'll help design, analyze, and deliver electrical substation projects ... office, remote, and active project-site settings. This role may require: * Prolonged periods of ...

Nexus Engineering Group

Substation Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site +1

$75K - $85K/yr

As a Substation Engineer, you'll help design, analyze, and deliver electrical substation projects ... office, remote, and active project-site settings. This role may require: * Prolonged periods of ...

Nexus Engineering Group

Substation Engineer

Cleveland, OH · On-site +1

$75K - $85K/yr

As a Substation Engineer, you'll help design, analyze, and deliver electrical substation projects ... office, remote, and active project-site settings. This role may require: * Prolonged periods of ...

Nexus Engineering Group

Substation Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site +1

$75K - $85K/yr

As a Substation Engineer, you'll help design, analyze, and deliver electrical substation projects ... office, remote, and active project-site settings. This role may require: * Prolonged periods of ...

Cordoba Corporation

Engineering Manager - Substation

CA · Remote

$139K - $191K/yr

This is a key role on our electrical engineering team providing technical guidance, reviewing ... Remote (California residents only) Travel: Up to 5-10% travel to project sites within Imperial ...

Cordoba Corporation

Engineering Manager - Substation

CA · Remote

$139K - $191K/yr

This is a key role on our electrical engineering team providing technical guidance, reviewing ... Remote (California residents only) Travel: Up to 5-10% travel to project sites within Imperial ...

Commonwealth Associates

Physical Electrical Engineer Lead

$163K - $170K/yr

This role is hybrid or remote. We offer relocation to our Jackson, MI, Orlando FL, and Columbus OH offices The Senior Physical Substation Electrical Engineer will be a team lead and be responsible ...

EN Engineering LLC

Substation Owner's Engineer

Georgetown, OH · Remote

$93K - $119K/yr

*Remote with occasional travel to NY* The Substation Owner's Engineer (OE) serves as a senior technical advisor for electrical substation, underground transmission, protection, and control projects.

EN Engineering LLC

Substation Owner's Engineer

Houston, TX · Remote

$95K - $121K/yr

*Remote with occasional travel to NY* The Substation Owner's Engineer (OE) serves as a senior technical advisor for electrical substation, underground transmission, protection, and control projects.

EN Engineering LLC

Substation Owner's Engineer

Marietta, PA · Remote

$93K - $118K/yr

*Remote with occasional travel to NY* The Substation Owner's Engineer (OE) serves as a senior technical advisor for electrical substation, underground transmission, protection, and control projects.

WSP

Mid-Level Substation Civil Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site +1

Coordinate with all disciplines contributing to electrical substation design. * Evaluate the ... Hybrid and remote work opportunities are available. * Relocation assistance is not available for ...

EN Engineering LLC

Substation Owner's Engineer

Charlotte, NC · Remote

$92K - $117K/yr

*Remote with occasional travel to NY* The Substation Owner's Engineer (OE) serves as a senior technical advisor for electrical substation, underground transmission, protection, and control projects.

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How much do night shift remote electrical substation jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for night shift remote electrical substation in the United States is $100,250.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,000.00 and $130,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Night Shift Remote Electrical Substation vs Night Shift Remote Electrical Power Line Technician?

AspectNight Shift Remote Electrical SubstationNight Shift Remote Electrical Power Line Technician
CertificationsElectrical Certification, Substation Operator LicenseLineworker Certification, Climbing and Safety Certifications
Work EnvironmentIndoor, control rooms, remote substationsOutdoor, on-site at power lines, towers
Industry UsagePower generation, distributionTransmission, distribution of high-voltage lines

While both roles involve electrical work and may require similar certifications, the Night Shift Remote Electrical Substation focuses on operating and maintaining substations remotely, often indoors. In contrast, the Night Shift Remote Electrical Power Line Technician works outdoors on high-voltage lines, often in challenging weather conditions. Both roles are essential in power distribution but differ mainly in work environment and specific technical skills.

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Infographic showing various Night Shift Remote Electrical Substation job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 5% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,250 per year, or $48.2 per hour.

Senior Substation Engineer (Remote)

SOLV Energy

Remote

$100K - $128K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

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Job description

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide.
Job Description Summary:
The Substation Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and supporting testing of electrical substation, ensuring they meet safety standards, operational requirements, and project specifications. The Senior Substation Engineer should have a solid understanding of power systems, substation equipment, and relevant industry standards.
This role is fully remote. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.
Job Description:
*This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
  • Design/Review electrical substations, including layout, equipment selection, and equipment specifications in accordance with project requirements and industry standards.
  • Review load flow, short circuit, and relay coordination studies to ensure the reliability and efficiency of substation designs.
  • Review detailed engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications using AutoCAD electrical or Bluebeam.
  • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including utility companies, contractors, and regulatory agencies to obtain approvals and permits for substation projects.
  • Review and evaluate vendor proposals for technical accuracy to specifications for substation components.
  • Identify opportunities for design upgrades, improvements, or provide value engineering solutions.
  • Provide technical support during the construction, testing, and commissioning of new substations, ensuring compliance with project schedules and quality standards.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to substation equipment and systems, both remotely and on-site.
  • Perform root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions for substation failures.
  • Stay informed about emerging technologies and best practices in substation design, automation, and protection systems.
  • Assist in the development of standards, procedures, and guidelines for substation engineering activities.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including transmission planners, business development, testing and commissioning, construction, SCADA/OTS engineering, PV engineering, and BESS engineering to ensure the seamless integration of substations into the overall power grid.
  • Participate in constructability reviews and inspections to identify and mitigate potential hazards in substation facilities.
  • Assist with mentoring junior engineers, technicians, and peers providing guidance, training, and lessons learned on substation design principles and practices.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and records of substation designs and modifications.
  • Participate in team meetings/calls regularly
  • Demonstrate and maintain a safe work environment and direct safe work practices in energized substations.
  • Complete other responsibilities as assigned.
  • Ability to travel as needed (~%10)
  • Design/Review electrical substations, including layout, equipment selection, and equipment specifications in accordance with project requirements and industry standards.
  • Review load flow, short circuit, and relay coordination studies to ensure the reliability and efficiency of substation designs.
  • Review detailed engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications using AutoCAD electrical or Bluebeam.
  • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including utility companies, contractors, and regulatory agencies to obtain approvals and permits for substation projects.
  • Review and evaluate vendor proposals for technical accuracy to specifications for substation components.
  • Identify opportunities for design upgrades, improvements, or provide value engineering solutions.
  • Provide technical support during the construction, testing, and commissioning of new substations, ensuring compliance with project schedules and quality standards.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to substation equipment and systems, both remotely and on-site.
  • Perform root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions for substation failures.
  • Stay informed about emerging technologies and best practices in substation design, automation, and protection systems.
  • Assist in the development of standards, procedures, and guidelines for substation engineering activities.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including transmission planners, business development, testing and commissioning, construction, SCADA/OTS engineering, PV engineering, and BESS engineering to ensure the seamless integration of substations into the overall power grid.
  • Participate in constructability reviews and inspections to identify and mitigate potential hazards in substation facilities.
  • Assist with mentoring junior engineers, technicians, and peers providing guidance, training, and lessons learned on substation design principles and practices.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and records of substation designs and modifications.
  • Participate in team meetings/calls regularly
  • Demonstrate and maintain a safe work environment and direct safe work practices in energized substations.
  • Complete other responsibilities as assigned.
  • Ability to travel as needed (~%10)

Objectives or Goals to Measure Performance:
  • Adherence to Company policies and Corporate Procedures Manual
  • Work within SE's business processes and ensure an efficient working environment
  • Project profitability
  • Project completed on schedule
  • Quality control; integrity and excellence of completed project
  • Customer/Client Satisfaction
  • Business Development Plan implemented
  • Positive project team attitude
  • Improved personal professional growth and education
  • Staff development and training

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field; master's degree preferred.
  • 5+ years in substation design, construction, or maintenance or equivalent design experience.
  • Solid understanding of power systems, including transmission, distribution, and generation.
  • Proficiency in engineering software tools such as ETAP, SKM, or PSS/E for power system analysis.
  • Familiarity with protection relay programming, coordination studies, grounding studies, and simulation software (e.g., SEL, CDEGS, GE Enervista) a plus.
  • Familiarity with relevant industry standards and codes, such as IEEE, ANSI, and NESC.
  • Proficient technical skills in substation layout, equipment sizing, and protection coordination.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment (local and remote).
  • Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to quality.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
  • Willingness to pursue licensure is a plus.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.
SOLV Energy Is an Equal Opportunity Employer
At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Benefits:
Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in our company's 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.
Compensation Range:
$112,084.00 - $140,105.00
Pay Rate Type:
Salary
SOLV Energy does not accept unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies. We require all third-party recruiters to communicate exclusively with our internal talent acquisition team. SOLV Energy will not pay a placement fee to any third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of our internal talent acquisition team.
In addition, candidate introductions or resumes can only be submitted to our internal talent acquisition recruiting team if a signed vendor agreement is already on file and the third-party recruiter or agency has received formal instructions from our internal talent acquisition team to submit candidates for a particular job posting.
Any unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes sent by third-party recruiters to SOLV Energy or directly to any of our employees, or received through our website or career portal, will be considered property of SOLV Energy and will not be eligible for a placement fee. In the event a third-party recruiter submits a resume or refers a candidate without a previously signed vendor agreement, SOLV Energy explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire the candidate(s) without financial liability to such third-party recruiter.
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