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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 ...

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 ...

ICF

Substation Physical Engineer - REMOTE

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$101K - $129K/yr

Substation Physical Engineer - REMOTE Location: Remote US Ready to make a difference? ICF is ... Electrical Details * Grounding Plan & Details * Conduit Plan & Details * Control Cubicle Layout ...

ICF

Substation Physical Engineer - REMOTE

Riverside, CA · Remote

$102K - $130K/yr

Substation Physical Engineer - REMOTE Location: Remote US Ready to make a difference? ICF is ... Electrical Details * Grounding Plan & Details * Conduit Plan & Details * Control Cubicle Layout ...

ICF

Substation Physical Engineer - REMOTE

Charlotte, NC · On-site +1

$96K - $122K/yr

Substation Physical Engineer - REMOTE Location: Remote US Ready to make a difference? ICF is ... Electrical Details * Grounding Plan & Details * Conduit Plan & Details * Control Cubicle Layout ...

ICF

Substation Physical Engineer - REMOTE

Bakersfield, CA · Remote

$101K - $129K/yr

Substation Physical Engineer - REMOTE Location: Remote US Ready to make a difference? ICF is ... Electrical Details * Grounding Plan & Details * Conduit Plan & Details * Control Cubicle Layout ...

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How much do remote electrical substation jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for 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 are typical daily responsibilities for someone in a Remote Electrical Substation position?

In a Remote Electrical Substation role, your daily responsibilities often include monitoring real-time substation performance data, diagnosing and responding to alarms or operational issues remotely, and coordinating with on-site technicians as needed. You may also analyze trends, perform system health checks, document incidents or maintenance activities, and ensure all safety and compliance guidelines are met. Regular communication with grid operators, engineers, and field staff is key to maintaining reliable substation performance. This remote setup allows for rapid response to anomalies and continuous oversight of multiple substations without the need for constant physical presence.

What is a Remote Electrical Substation job?

A Remote Electrical Substation job involves managing, monitoring, and maintaining electrical substations that operate in remote locations. Responsibilities often include overseeing power distribution, troubleshooting equipment issues, ensuring system reliability, and coordinating with control centers. These roles may involve working with automation and SCADA systems for remote operation. Engineers and technicians in this field help maintain power flow efficiency and reliability while minimizing downtime.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Remote Electrical Substation position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Remote Electrical Substation role, you need strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles, substation operations, and safety protocols, typically supported by a degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Experience with SCADA systems, protective relay software, and relevant certifications such as NETA or OSHA are commonly required. Excellent problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective remote communication skills are vital to ensure efficient collaboration and incident response. These competencies are essential to maintain the reliability and safety of power systems in a distributed and remote work environment.

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Infographic showing various Remote Electrical Substation job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 9% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,250 per year, or $48.2 per hour.
Senior Substation Design Engineer

Senior Substation Design Engineer

Nexus Engineering Group

Maumee, OH • On-site, Remote

$92K - $118K/yr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Job summary:
The successful candidate will be a highly motivated individual who is capable of leading project teams and providing technical expertise on electrical substation engineering projects.
 
Substation projects can include the following:
  • Breaker and switch replacements (12kV-345kV)
  • Relay panel replacements
  • RTU replacements
  • Ring bus expansions
  • Line, bus and transformer relay upgrades
  • Physical design
Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage project teams of engineers and designers in the design of electrical substations
  • Provide technical expertise and guidance on electrical substation engineering projects
  • Project scoping and site walkdowns, travel to various substations is part of this job (Travel less than 5%)
  • Prepare/create engineering documents for the installation of new, or modifications to existing substations, including: one-lines, 3-lines, schematics, bill of materials, and relay panel arrangements
  • Good understanding of substation ground grid, rigid and strain bus, and raceway designs
  • Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering required
  • 5+ years or experience in designing electrical distribution/control systems
  • EIT certification desired, PE certification a plus
  • High voltage substation design (up to 34k kV) experience preferred
  • Project lead experience developing engineering schedules, budgets and forecasts
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a team and present positive image to clients
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This full-time role is based onsite at our Cleveland office. A hybrid schedule is available for employees who live locally. For candidates outside this area, a remote arrangement may be considered, with required travel to the home office and client sites.

Competitive Benefits

Learn more about our competitive benefits in detail.

Why Nexus?

Nexus Engineering Group, a distinguished independent full-service engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCm) firm, provides comprehensive support to clients from concept through startup. With over a decade of demonstrated engineering and design success, Nexus stands out as the firm of choice for those valuing integrity and expertise.

At Nexus, you will be part of a talented and passionate team dedicated to excellence and innovation. We foster a collaborative and engaging work environment, making it a place where you'll enjoy contributing to impactful projects. Joining Nexus means aligning with a firm renowned for its creativity, dedication, and relentless focus on achieving client goals.

Equal Opportunity Employer & Reasonable Accommodation

Nexus Engineering Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Nexus Engineering Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualifies individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you require and accommodation to participate in any part of the recruitment process please contact us at [email protected]. 

Sponsorship & Work Authorization

Nexus Engineering Group does not provide employment visa sponsorship of any kind, including CPT, OPT, or employment-based visas. Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States and must be able to maintain that authorization throughout employment without any action, filing, or sponsorship by the company. This requirement applies both at the time of hire and on a continuing basis for the duration of employment. 

ThirdParty Agency Notice

Nexus Engineering Group does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external recruiters or agencies. We only engage approved thirdparty partners under a written agreement initiated by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Any resumes submitted without prior authorization or a current agreement will not be eligible for placement fees and will be considered the property of Nexus Engineering Group.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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