RCS Staffing has an immediate need for a Principal Substation Design Engineer. This is a full time, direct hire, remote position with our client. This position offers a competitive package including benefits, vacation, and holidays.
Overview of YOUR role as a Principal Substation Design Engineer
We are currently seeking a Principal Substation Design Engineer to lead the development of a high-performing team of engineers while growing and maintaining a portfolio of clients. This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of the company and the energy landscape.
As a Principal Substation Design Engineer, YOU will:
- Lead and mentor a team of junior substation design engineers, providing guidance, training, and support to help them grow in their careers.
- Develop a collaborative work environment that encourages innovation and ensures high-quality engineering deliverables.
- Oversee the review and approval of engineering designs and documentation to ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and client requirements.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients across the Southeast U.S. to expand the company’s market presence.
- Drive business development activities by identifying and pursuing new project opportunities, preparing proposals, and presenting technical solutions to clients.
- Oversee the design of electrical substations, including high-voltage and medium-voltage systems, protection and control schemes, and equipment layout.
- Ensure that all substation designs meet required specifications, standards, and safety codes, and are optimized for performance and cost.
- Manage the full lifecycle of substation design projects, from conceptual design through to construction and commissioning.
- Conduct site visits, collaborate with clients, contractors, and vendors, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Implement and promote quality control processes to ensure accuracy and consistency across all engineering work.
YOU are the ideal Principal Substation Design Engineer candidate if you have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in at least one state, with the ability to obtain licensure in other states as required.
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in substation design, with a strong focus on electrical engineering and project management.
- Proven experience leading and mentoring junior engineers in a technical capacity.
- In-depth knowledge of substation design principles, equipment (e.g., transformers, breakers, switchgear), and protective relaying systems.
- Strong understanding of electrical codes, standards, and regulations (ANSI, IEEE, NESC, NEC).
- Experience in business development and client relationship management in the energy or utilities sector.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to travel to project sites within the Southeast U.S. as required.
It’s a BONUS if you have:
- Proficiency with substation design and analysis software (e.g., SKM PowerTools, ETAP, AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.).
- Experience with renewable energy integration or utility-scale infrastructure projects.
- Knowledge of the regional power grid and regulatory environment in the Southeastern U.S.
About our Client:
Our Client demonstrated practical expertise in the Utility Sector for generations and have a unique perspective.
Who WE Are
RCS Staffing is a certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) specializing in the recruitment of professionals for best-of-class companies throughout the United States. Since 1994, RCS recruits top talent for direct hire, temp-to-perm and contract staffing positions and provides customized payroll services. Our Recruiting Specialties consist of all Engineering Disciplines, Project Management, Project Controls, Information Technology, Energy Efficiency and Business Professionals.
RCS is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. RCS recruits, hires, and promotes for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, genetic information or age. All terms and conditions of employment such as compensation, benefits, work assignment, availability of facilities and privileges of employment are administered on the same basis of equality.