Substation Project Engineer II
Posted 5 days ago by Hydrogen Group
Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
Juno Beach, Florida
Summary: The Substation Project Engineer II role involves supporting renewable generation and high-voltage substation projects within a leading energy organization. The position is suited for engineers with a solid foundation in substation design, aiming to enhance their project engineering and management experience throughout the project lifecycle. The role offers opportunities for occasional travel and is primarily based in Juno Beach, with remote work options available. This is a 12-month contract position with a competitive hourly rate.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support renewable generation substation projects from early-stage development through execution and commissioning
- Collaborate with Early-Stage Project Managers to define engineering scope and technical requirements
- Plan, coordinate, and execute multiple projects within budget and schedule constraints
- Develop work plans, schedules, cost estimates, and resource plans
- Manage project risks, changes, and performance tracking using structured tools and processes
- Provide technical oversight and coordination of external Engineers of Record (EORs)
- Ensure compliance with IEEE, NESC, ASCE, and project-specific standards
- Support sourcing and management of engineering, geotechnical, survey, and construction services
- Coordinate engineering deliverables including Issued for Bid (IFB), Issued for Construction (IFC), and As-Built drawings
- Support FERC Order 1000 RFP processes and competitive transmission project proposals
- Interface with transmission owners, ISOs, and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with interconnection requirements
- Assist in procurement and management of long-lead materials and equipment
- Contribute to estimating, scope development, and cost modelling improvements
- Support commissioning activities and project close-out deliverables
- Provide project updates, presentations, and reporting to stakeholders
- Mentor and support junior team members where required
Key Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil/Structural Engineering (preferred)
- 5–8+ years of experience in substation engineering or related power infrastructure projects
- Experience with high-voltage substation design and project coordination
- Familiarity with renewable energy or transmission projects is highly desirable
- Understanding of IEEE, NESC, and related engineering standards
- Experience supporting EPC or utility-scale infrastructure projects
- Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites as required
Salary (Rate): £38.00/hour
City: Juno Beach
Country: USA
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Substation Project Engineer II
Up to $42.28/hour, 12-month contract
Juno Beach preferred, open to remote
Occasional travel to project sites (primarily across Florida)
Standard working hours
A leading energy organisation is looking to appoint a Substation Project Engineer II to support a growing portfolio of renewable generation and high-voltage substation projects.
This role is ideal for engineers with a solid foundation in substation design who are looking to expand their project engineering and project management experience across the full project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Support renewable generation substation projects from early-stage development through execution and commissioning
- Collaborate with Early-Stage Project Managers to define engineering scope and technical requirements
- Plan, coordinate, and execute multiple projects within budget and schedule constraints
- Develop work plans, schedules, cost estimates, and resource plans
- Manage project risks, changes, and performance tracking using structured tools and processes
- Provide technical oversight and coordination of external Engineers of Record (EORs)
- Ensure compliance with IEEE, NESC, ASCE, and project-specific standards
- Support sourcing and management of engineering, geotechnical, survey, and construction services
- Coordinate engineering deliverables including Issued for Bid (IFB), Issued for Construction (IFC), and As-Built drawings
- Support FERC Order 1000 RFP processes and competitive transmission project proposals
- Interface with transmission owners, ISOs, and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with interconnection requirements
- Assist in procurement and management of long-lead materials and equipment
- Contribute to estimating, scope development, and cost modelling improvements
- Support commissioning activities and project close-out deliverables
- Provide project updates, presentations, and reporting to stakeholders
- Mentor and support junior team members where required
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil/Structural Engineering (preferred)
- 5–8+ years of experience in substation engineering or related power infrastructure projects
- Experience with high-voltage substation design and project coordination
- Familiarity with renewable energy or transmission projects is highly desirable
- Understanding of IEEE, NESC, and related engineering standards
- Experience supporting EPC or utility-scale infrastructure projects
- Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites as required
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional Engineer (PE) certification
- PMP certification
- Six Sigma (Green/Black/Yellow Belt)
- Experience supporting FERC or interconnection processes
Why Apply?
- Work on large-scale renewable and transmission infrastructure projects
- Gain exposure across full project lifecycle (development to commissioning)
- Join a high-performing engineering and project delivery team
- Strong potential for contract extension and long-term opportunities
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