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Overnight Substation Construction Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Substation Engineer

Covington, LA

$84K - $108K/yr

Dashiell is unique in that we are a turnkey Engineering, Construction, and Testing company that ... Must be able and willing to travel overnight for trainings and/or meetings as required (10%) * ...

Substation Engineer

Madison, WI

$99K - $126K/yr

Dashiell is unique in that we are a turnkey Engineering, Construction, and Testing company that ... Must be able and willing to travel overnight for trainings and/or meetings as required (10%) * ...

Substation Engineer

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$94K - $120K/yr

Dashiell is unique in that we are a turnkey Engineering, Construction, and Testing company that ... Must be able and willing to travel overnight for trainings and/or meetings as required (10%) * ...

Substation Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$80K - $180K/yr

Dashiell is unique in that we are a turnkey Engineering, Construction, and Testing company that ... Must be able and willing to travel overnight for trainings and/or meetings as required (10%) * ...

Substation Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$101K - $129K/yr

Dashiell is unique in that we are a turnkey Engineering, Construction, and Testing company that ... Must be able and willing to travel overnight for trainings and/or meetings as required (10%) * ...

Substation Engineer

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$95K - $121K/yr

Dashiell is unique in that we are a turnkey Engineering, Construction, and Testing company that ... Must be able and willing to travel overnight for trainings and/or meetings as required (10%) * ...

Substation Engineer

Raleigh, NC

$95K - $122K/yr

Dashiell is unique in that we are a turnkey Engineering, Construction, and Testing company that ... Must be able and willing to travel overnight for trainings and/or meetings as required (10%) * ...

Substation Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$80K - $180K/yr

Dashiell is unique in that we are a turnkey Engineering, Construction, and Testing company that ... Must be able and willing to travel overnight for trainings and/or meetings as required (10%) * ...

Substation Engineer

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$94K - $120K/yr

Dashiell is unique in that we are a turnkey Engineering, Construction, and Testing company that ... Must be able and willing to travel overnight for trainings and/or meetings as required (10%) * ...

Substation Engineer

Madison, WI · On-site

$99K - $126K/yr

Dashiell is unique in that we are a turnkey Engineering, Construction, and Testing company that ... Must be able and willing to travel overnight for trainings and/or meetings as required (10%) * ...

Substation Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$94K - $119K/yr

... construction services supporting critical electric infrastructure. We serve electric utilities ... Must be able and willing to travel overnight for trainings and/or meetings as required (10%) * ...

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How much do overnight substation construction jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for overnight substation construction in the United States is $52.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39.66 and $65.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Overnight Substation Construction vs Substation Electrician?

AspectOvernight Substation ConstructionSubstation Electrician
CredentialsRelevant electrical certifications, safety trainingElectrical licenses, safety certifications
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, outdoor, often overnight shiftsSubstations, outdoor or indoor, regular hours
Industry UsageConstruction companies, utility contractorsUtility companies, maintenance teams

Overnight Substation Construction involves building new substations, often requiring specialized certifications and working on active sites during off-hours. Substation Electricians focus on maintaining and repairing existing substations, typically working during regular hours. Both roles require electrical expertise but differ mainly in scope and work environment.

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Infographic showing various Overnight Substation Construction job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,862 per year, or $52.8 per hour.
Substation Physical Designer I

Substation Physical Designer I

4P Consulting Inc

Birmingham, AL • On-site

Full-time

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Job description

Location: Birmingham, AL Travel: Approximately 25% (Some Overnight Travel Required) Contract- 3 Years Client- Southern Company Services. Position Overview The Substation Physical Designer I is responsible for creating 2D and 3D design drawings for Southern Company's Transmission and Distribution electrical substations. This role supports substation design standardization efforts and produces detailed engineering drawing packages with a strong focus on safety, quality, schedule, and cost control. The Designer will work closely with engineers, construction teams, vendors, and project stakeholders to deliver high-quality substation physical design packages. Key Responsibilities Design & Drafting Create and modify scaled 2D drawings and 3D models for electrical substations Develop layouts including: Foundation layouts Grounding layouts Conduit layouts Switchgear assembly layouts Substation yard layouts Switch house layouts Electrical bus design Develop material specifications and substation design packages Software & Tools Produce engineering drawings using: AutoCAD Autodesk 3D Inventor Autodesk Map 3D (P4A) Utilize document management and estimating systems Support job transmittals using Transmission Engineering programs Material & Equipment Coordination Specify and order stock, non-stock, and shop-fabricated materials Coordinate with manufacturers and vendors to resolve equipment and material issues Support standardization and committee efforts Project Support & Field Coordination Coordinate with engineers and cross-functional departments Support Substation Construction, Field Services, Project Management, and Maintenance teams Participate in: Pre-construction meetings Construction site visits Post-construction reviews Provide field support during installation and commissioning Education & Experience Requirements Education (One of the Following): Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology Associate Degree with 5+ years of related industry experience High School Diploma with 8+ years of significant related industry experience Experience & Technical Knowledge Strong understanding of electrical substation equipment preferred Experience in Transmission and/or Distribution Substation Operations preferred Understanding of electric utility grid operations preferred Knowledge of basic power system theory Familiarity with: National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) National Electrical Code (NEC) OSHA safety practices Ability to develop substation physical drawings from single-line or three-line diagrams Experience with 3D modeling software (SDS Inventor, Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk 3D P4A) AutoCAD proficiency required Experience with Primavera (P6) and progress reporting tools preferred Proficiency in Microsoft Office required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to explain technical issues clearly Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines Customer-focused mindset Ability to mentor and support junior team members Strong spatial visualization skills for 3D equipment/material coordination Ability to accurately manage timekeeping and business expense reporting Ability to work independently in a remote/virtual environment Travel Requirements Approximately 25% travel Some overnight travel required Site visits for construction coordination and project support #J-18808-Ljbffr