Senior Substation Engineer
$100K - $128K/yr
The Senior Substation Engineer will support the overall design and execution of QTS utility infrastructure. This role will support the delivery of utility capacity at each campus for data center ...
$100K - $128K/yr
The Senior Substation Engineer will support the overall design and execution of QTS utility infrastructure. This role will support the delivery of utility capacity at each campus for data center ...
$100K - $128K/yr
The Senior Substation Engineer will support the overall design and execution of QTS utility infrastructure. This role will support the delivery of utility capacity at each campus for data center ...
$120K - $160K/yr
The Senior Substation Engineer is required to work within a multi-discipline team to design efficient and reliable electrical substations. The engineer will coordinate his/her design activities to ...
$120K - $160K/yr
The Senior Substation Engineer is required to work within a multi-discipline team to design efficient and reliable electrical substations. The engineer will coordinate his/her design activities to ...
$120K - $160K/yr
The Senior Substation Engineer is required to work within a multi-discipline team to design efficient and reliable electrical substations. The engineer will coordinate his/her design activities to ...
$120K - $160K/yr
The Senior Substation Engineer is required to work within a multi-discipline team to design efficient and reliable electrical substations. The engineer will coordinate his/her design activities to ...
Pasadena, CA · On-site
$140K - $170K/yr
E2 is looking for a Senior Substation Engineer to join our team in our Pasadena office to support one of the largest electric utility clients. The candidate will be responsible for the design of ...
Pasadena, CA · On-site
$140K - $170K/yr
E2 is looking for a Senior Substation Engineer to join our team in our Pasadena office to support one of the largest electric utility clients. The candidate will be responsible for the design of ...
$120K - $160K/yr
The Senior Substation Engineer is required to work within a multi-discipline team to design efficient and reliable electrical substations. The engineer will coordinate his/her design activities to ...
$120K - $160K/yr
The Senior Substation Engineer is required to work within a multi-discipline team to design efficient and reliable electrical substations. The engineer will coordinate his/her design activities to ...
$120K - $160K/yr
The Senior Substation Engineer is required to work within a multi-discipline team to design efficient and reliable electrical substations. The engineer will coordinate his/her design activities to ...
$120K - $160K/yr
The Senior Substation Engineer is required to work within a multi-discipline team to design efficient and reliable electrical substations. The engineer will coordinate his/her design activities to ...
$120K - $160K/yr
The Senior Substation Engineer is required to work within a multi-discipline team to design efficient and reliable electrical substations. The engineer will coordinate his/her design activities to ...
$120K - $160K/yr
The Senior Substation Engineer is required to work within a multi-discipline team to design efficient and reliable electrical substations. The engineer will coordinate his/her design activities to ...
$112K - $154K/yr
The primary duties of the Senior Substation Engineer include: * Responsible for knowledge and execution of the technical aspects and deliverables of projects assigned and is an experienced, competent ...
$112K - $154K/yr
The primary duties of the Senior Substation Engineer include: * Responsible for knowledge and execution of the technical aspects and deliverables of projects assigned and is an experienced, competent ...
Irvine, CA · On-site
$112K - $154K/yr
The primary duties of the Senior Substation Engineer include: * Responsible for knowledge and execution of the technical aspects and deliverables of projects assigned and is an experienced, competent ...
Irvine, CA · On-site
$112K - $154K/yr
The primary duties of the Senior Substation Engineer include: * Responsible for knowledge and execution of the technical aspects and deliverables of projects assigned and is an experienced, competent ...
Cary, NC · On-site
$91K - $116K/yr
Senior Substation Engineer Location: Cary, NC 27511-Onsite - Relocation accepted Duration: 12 Months (May convert to full-time in 6 months based on performance) * The Staff/Senior Substation Engineer ...
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Cary, NC · On-site
$91K - $116K/yr
Senior Substation Engineer Location: Cary, NC 27511-Onsite - Relocation accepted Duration: 12 Months (May convert to full-time in 6 months based on performance) * The Staff/Senior Substation Engineer ...
Pasadena, CA · On-site
$140K - $170K/yr
Overview E2 is looking for a Senior Substation Engineer to join our team in our Pasadena office to support one of the largest electric utility clients. The candidate will be responsible for the ...
Pasadena, CA · On-site
$140K - $170K/yr
Overview E2 is looking for a Senior Substation Engineer to join our team in our Pasadena office to support one of the largest electric utility clients. The candidate will be responsible for the ...
Sacramento, CA · On-site
$206K/yr
SMUD is seeking two experienced Senior Substation Engineers. The successful candidates will support the substation engineering team in creating designs for and leading high-voltage substation ...
Sacramento, CA · On-site
$206K/yr
SMUD is seeking two experienced Senior Substation Engineers. The successful candidates will support the substation engineering team in creating designs for and leading high-voltage substation ...
Sacramento, CA · On-site
$206K/yr
SMUD is seeking two experienced Senior Substation Engineers. The successful candidates will support the substation engineering team in creating designs for and leading high-voltage substation ...
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Sacramento, CA · On-site
$206K/yr
SMUD is seeking two experienced Senior Substation Engineers. The successful candidates will support the substation engineering team in creating designs for and leading high-voltage substation ...
New
$156K - $206K/yr
SMUD is seeking two experienced Senior Substation Engineers. The successful candidates will support the substation engineering team in creating designs for and leading high-voltage substation ...
New
$156K - $206K/yr
SMUD is seeking two experienced Senior Substation Engineers. The successful candidates will support the substation engineering team in creating designs for and leading high-voltage substation ...
New
$90K - $125K/yr
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Substation Engineer to join our team at K&A Power Group in Charlotte, NC. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and ...
$90K - $125K/yr
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Substation Engineer to join our team at K&A Power Group in Charlotte, NC. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and ...
Denver, CO · On-site
$101K - $129K/yr
HDR Engineering is looking for a Substation Senior to join our growing Colorado Power Delivery program. The primary duties of a Substation Senior Engineer include managing the execution of all ...
Denver, CO · On-site
$101K - $129K/yr
HDR Engineering is looking for a Substation Senior to join our growing Colorado Power Delivery program. The primary duties of a Substation Senior Engineer include managing the execution of all ...
$90K - $125K/yr
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Substation Engineer to join our team at K&A Power Group in Charlotte, NC. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and ...
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$90K - $125K/yr
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Substation Engineer to join our team at K&A Power Group in Charlotte, NC. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and ...
Charlotte, NC · On-site
$90K - $125K/yr
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Substation Engineer to join our team at K&A Power Group in Charlotte, NC. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and ...
Charlotte, NC · On-site
$90K - $125K/yr
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Substation Engineer to join our team at K&A Power Group in Charlotte, NC. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and ...
$100K - $128K/yr
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 ...
$100K - $128K/yr
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 ...
$100K - $140K/yr
As our new Senior Substation Engineer , you will lead electrical substation design and technical advisory services for utility-scale solar and energy storage projects. The ideal candidate is detail ...
$100K - $140K/yr
As our new Senior Substation Engineer , you will lead electrical substation design and technical advisory services for utility-scale solar and energy storage projects. The ideal candidate is detail ...
$59.5K - $70.8K
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$70.8K - $82K
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$82K - $93.3K
7% of jobs
$104.4K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$93.3K - $104.6K
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$104.6K - $115.9K
17% of jobs
The median wage is $120.6K / yr.
$115.9K - $127.1K
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$127.1K - $138.4K
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$139.8K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$138.4K - $149.7K
11% of jobs
$149.7K - $161K
7% of jobs
$161K - $172.2K
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$172.2K - $183.5K
3% of jobs
$59.5K
$126.6K
$183.5K
| Aspect | Senior Substation Engineer | Substation Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, PE license often preferred, relevant certifications | Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, some roles may require or prefer PE license |
| Work Environment | Design, project management, oversight of substation projects, leadership roles | Design, construction, testing, and maintenance of substations, more hands-on work |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Utilities, power generation, transmission companies, often in senior or lead roles | Utilities, construction firms, engineering consultancies, entry to mid-level positions |
The main difference between a Senior Substation Engineer and a Substation Engineer lies in experience, responsibilities, and leadership. Senior Substation Engineers typically have more experience, hold leadership roles, and oversee complex projects, while Substation Engineers focus on technical design and implementation tasks. Both roles require similar technical credentials, but the senior position involves greater project management and decision-making responsibilities.

$100K - $128K/yr
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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 20 days ago
The Senior Substation Engineer will support the overall design and execution of QTS utility infrastructure. This role will support the delivery of utility capacity at each campus for data center substation and utility build projects. This role will interface and collaborate with many critical stakeholders, including but not limited to: energy leaders responsible for utility contracts and negotiations; utility engagement developing relationships with utilities; pre-development leads evaluating new properties; operations leaders managing load growth projections; and development team project leaders planning and building new data centers and substations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Other duties may be assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
TOTAL REWARDS
This role is also eligible for a competitive benets package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; exible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benets. This role is bonus-eligible and may qualify for equity.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
TOTAL REWARDS
This role is also eligible for a competitive benets package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; exible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benets. This role is bonus-eligible and may qualify for equity.
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