Job Description: Our client is seeking a Substation Engineer to join their growing engineering team in Salisbury, MD. This position is ideal for an engineer experienced in high-voltage (HV) and extra-high-voltage (EHV) substation physical and electrical design. The successful candidate will work closely with project managers, physical/structural engineers, relay protection teams, and utility clients to develop innovative, utility-grade designs from initial concept through construction and commissioning. -Lead structural engineering design and analysis for high-voltage (HV) and extra-high-voltage (EHV) utility substations and switchyards. -Design structural steel supports and frameworks for electrical substation equipment, including transformers, circuit breakers, dead-end structures, disconnect switches, bus supports, and lightning masts. -Perform structural foundation designs, including drilled piers/caissons, spread footings, transformer pads, oil containment pits, and blast/fire separation walls. Execute structural calculations for wind loads, seismic conditions, ice accumulation, and dynamic short-circuit / fault forces in accordance with ASCE 7, ASCE 113, and IEEE 605 standards. -Coordinate closely with electrical substation engineers to ensure physical designs maintain required phase-to-phase and phase-to-ground electrical clearances. -Prepare, review, and stamp detailed structural drawings, construction specifications, foundation plans, and bill of materials (BOM). -Conduct site investigations, existing substation condition assessments, and structural walk-downs for expansion and retrofit projects. -Review steel fabricator shop drawings, anchor bolt layouts, foundation submittals, and respond to contractor RFIs during construction. -Ensure all structural designs comply with NESC, AISC, ACI, ASCE, and utility client engineering standards. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology 5+ years of experience in electrical design for building systems preferred. Proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit (MEP). Experience with electrical design software such as SKM, Visual Lighting, AGi32, EasyPower, or similar is a plus. Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and applicable building codes. Experience preparing construction documents for commercial or institutional projects. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license, or the ability to obtain licensure. Experience with healthcare, municipal, or industrial facility design. Familiarity with energy-efficient building design and sustainable engineering practices. All qualified candidates can email resume to Tia Mclean at
