Entry Level Substation Engineer

Actalent • Orlando, FL • 1d ago

Job Title: Substation Engineer

Job Description

As a Substation Engineer, you will join a dynamic team of power professionals focused on designing and delivering high-voltage substation projects across the country. You will work under the guidance of experienced engineers and project managers to develop technical designs, perform calculations, and support project execution from concept to construction.

Responsibilities

Assist in the design of high-voltage substations (69kV to 500kV), including physical layout, protection and control systems, grounding, and civil/structural elements.

Prepare detailed engineering drawings.

Perform electrical calculations such as short circuit, load flow, voltage drop, and grounding analysis.

Support development of one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, schematics, and wiring diagrams.

Collaborate with internal teams to integrate structural, civil, and environmental aspects into substation designs.

Prepare technical specifications, bill of materials, and construction packages.

Assist in writing engineering reports, design narratives, and client deliverables.

Maintain organized project documentation and adhere to quality control standards.

Participate in project meetings with clients, utilities, and internal stakeholders.

Coordinate with other engineering disciplines (civil, structural, environmental) to ensure cohesive project execution.

Communicate effectively with experienced engineers and project managers to receive mentorship and feedback.

Engage in on-the-job training and formal learning opportunities to build technical expertise.

Stay current with industry standards (IEEE, NESC, NEC) and utility requirements.

Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Essential Skills

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET Accredited program.

MUST have taken courses in Power Systems Analysis, Power Systems Protection, Energy Delivery Systems, and Power Labs

Experience with AutoCAD and/or Microstation.

Familiarity with the NEC and National Electrical Safety Code.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

3D Modeling experience (Revit, Civil 3D, Inventor, etc) is a plus.

Knowledge of construction practices and constructability.

Experience with proposal writing and project estimating.

Working knowledge of scheduling and project controls processes.

EIT Certification or Master's Engineering Degree is a plus.

Good knowledge of industry and technology trends specific to substations.

Work Environment

You will be part of a team of 20 engineers, designers, and drafters located in Lake Mary, FL, north of Orlando. The team is relocating to a bigger office in Lake Mary, estimated Oct-Nov. The company offers a supportive work culture with benefits including healthcare, dental, 401K, bonus structure, profit sharing, and retirement match. There is strong encouragement to obtain your EIT/PE under the direction of PEs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Orlando, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $38.46/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Orlando,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 2, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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