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TRC Companies, Inc.

Substation Engineer III

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$141K - $156K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Physical substation design including yard layouts, plans, sections and details, grounding ... temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico ...

TRC Companies, Inc.

Substation Engineer II

Chicago, IL · On-site

$86K - $100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Physical substation design including yard layouts, plans, sections and details, grounding ... temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico ...

K&A Engineering

Senior Substation Engineer

Oakbrook Terrace, IL · On-site

$100 - $130/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Lead overall protection design for all capital projects and define relay protection functionality ... Review contractor provided relay settings for all temporary builds and construction sequence steps ...

Actalent

Transmission & Substation Superintendent

Houston, TX

$60 - $65/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

S. design firm and the nation's No. 1 ranked power engineering firm, leading work across the U.S ... If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical ...

Actalent

Substation Engineer

Lake Mary, FL · On-site

$33.65 - $38.46/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Responsibilities * Assist in the design of high-voltage substations (69kV to 500kV), including ... If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical ...

Sparrow Company

Electrical Engineer Manager

Tulsa, OK · On-site

Prefer experience in substation design and coordination; high voltage; protective relay application ... Relocation package may be available to cover moving expenses, temporary housing, and assistance ...

K&A Engineering

Substation Planner III

Greenville, SC · On-site

$40 - $46/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We provide comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program and project management ... Temporary facility installations * Clearance and switching requirements * Lead planning and ...

K&A Engineering Consulting

Substation Planner III

Greenville, SC · On-site

$40 - $46/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We provide comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program and project management ... Temporary facility installations * Clearance and switching requirements * Lead planning and ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for temporary substation design in the United States is $83,748.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,500.00 and $94,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Substation Design vs Substation Electrical Engineer?

AspectTemporary Substation DesignSubstation Electrical Engineer
CredentialsEngineering degree, relevant certificationsEngineering degree, professional engineer license
Work EnvironmentProject sites, design officesDesign offices, field sites
Industry UsageConstruction, temporary power solutionsPermanent substations, system planning
Job FocusDesigning temporary substations for specific projectsDesigning and overseeing permanent substation systems

Temporary Substation Design involves creating short-term electrical infrastructure for projects, while Substation Electrical Engineers focus on permanent substation systems. Both roles require engineering credentials and work in similar environments, but their project scope and duration differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Substation Design job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 88% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $83,748 per year, or $40.3 per hour.

Substation Engineer III

TRC Companies, Inc.

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$141K - $156K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

TRC Companies rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

122nd of 449 rated engineering

Job description

About Us
TRC, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, TRC and WSP's 83,000 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you'll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world's most challenging projects. At TRC, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level.
TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader.
We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.
Overview
Responsible for oversight of substation engineering and consulting services for clients across the US. Main responsibilities include creating electrical protection & control and/or physical layout design deliverables. Projects range in size, complexity, and voltage class from small distribution equipment upgrades to large transmission projects
Responsibilities
  • Conceptual designs and execution plans.
  • Engineering/project cost estimates and schedules.
  • Physical substation design including yard layouts, plans, sections
    and details, grounding, lightning protection, control building arrangements, interior and exterior raceways, auxiliary AC/DC.
    power systems, and associated bills of material.
  • Protection and control design including panel arrangements, one lines/single lines, three lines, AC schematics, DC elementaries, equipment wiring and relay panel wiring.
  • Calculations for studies and reports (grounding, lighting protection, AC/DC load studies, etc.)
  • Equipment specifications for procurement and/or factory acceptance testing.
  • Lead coordination of design activities with other departments (Civil/Structural, Networks, Transmission Line, etc.).
  • Develop and improve processes, tools and/or technology implementations.
  • Regularly meet and correspond with clients or outside personnel.
  • Perform quality reviews for other engineers and designers.
  • Provide short term field support during construction.
  • Support business development and marketing initiatives.
  • Other areas of involvement may include relay settings, 3D modeling/design, or industry/professional technical committee involvement.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from accredited program.
  • Minimum 5 years related experience (completion of master's degree in related.
    field may be substituted for one year of experience).
  • Professional Engineer registration strongly preferred.
  • Proficiency with National Electrical Safety Code and IEEE / ANSI Standard.
  • Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Capability of solving difficult problems that require adaptation and modification.
    of standard approaches, techniques, procedures, and criteria.

Benefits*: TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting of:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
  • 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
  • Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
  • All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
  • TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

*These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.
Compensation: In accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.
Other Compensation: Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company's annual Discretionary Bonus Program which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee.
Disclaimers
TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
The complete job description and application are available on TRC's career site.
TRC accepts applications for this position on an ongoing, rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.
Salary Range
USD $141,000.00 - USD $156,000.00 /Yr.

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