Lead Substation Engineer
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Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degree in Engineering or a related technical field
- Strong communication, leadership, and client relationship skills
- Experience supporting utility, renewable energy, grid modernization, or energy transition projects
- Experience mentoring engineers and contributing to technical leadership initiatives
- Familiarity with substation physical design, protection and control systems, SCADA integration, or related power system applications
- Additional Information
- Sponsorship is not available for this role now or in the future
- Relocation is not available for this role
- THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY, AND AECOM INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION BY JANUARY 1st, 2027
- At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
- About AECOM
- AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
- AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
- What makes AECOM a great place to work
- You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
- As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
- Work with Us. Change the World.
- At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
- There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
- We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline with +10 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Experience supporting transmission and distribution substation projects
- Experience with electrical engineering principles, utility infrastructure, and power delivery systems
- Experience leading engineering tasks, reviewing technical deliverables, and coordinating project teams
- Experience and knowledge working with industry standards and codes such as IEEE, NESC, and NEC
- Experience with industry-standard engineering and design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, ETAP, Aspen, CAPE, or similar tools
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a remote environment
- Willingness to travel periodically for project, client, and team needs
- Advanced degree in Engineering or a related technical field
- Strong communication, leadership, and client relationship skills
- Experience supporting utility, renewable energy, grid modernization, or energy transition projects
- Experience mentoring engineers and contributing to technical leadership initiatives
- Familiarity with substation physical design, protection and control systems, SCADA integration, or related power system applications
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