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Engineering Supervisor - Substation

United States, St. Louis · Job Posted January 02, 2026
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Job Description

As the Substation Engineering Lead, you’ll guide a talented team of engineers through complex project execution, from initial scoping to final delivery. You’ll play a key role in mentoring staff, ensuring technical quality, and fostering client relationships, all while contributing to a collaborative, growth-oriented environment. This role is ideal for a technically proficient leader who thrives on team development, cross-functional collaboration, and delivering impactful engineering solutions with integrity and precision.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead and mentor a team of engineers, offering guidance, constructive feedback, and opportunities for professional growth
  • Manage project execution from initial scoping through design and final delivery, ensuring technical precision, timely completion, and high client satisfaction
  • Cultivate a collaborative team culture, serving as the primary resource for resolving complex questions and project challenges
  • Support business development efforts by engaging with clients and contributing to the preparation of project proposals
  • Ensure design quality by reviewing substation engineering packages, including one-line diagrams, conduit schedules, bills of materials (BOMs), relay panel layouts, and more
  • Collaborate across disciplines and departments to deliver a wide range of substation projects, such as breaker upgrades, transformer replacements, RTU and fiber upgrades, and bus protection systems
  • Provide technical expertise in physical and protection & control (P&C) design, with a focus on mentoring junior engineers
  • Lead field walkdowns and site visits as needed to support project execution and team development
  • Monitor project budgets, schedules, and risks, ensuring alignment with client expectations and internal goals

Requirements

  • Demonstrated success in leading engineering teams, including performance management, coaching, and team development
  • Excellent communication and organizational abilities, with a strong balance of technical leadership and interpersonal skills
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is preferred
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in the utility industry
  • experience in QA/QC for substation projects is highly desirable
  • Solid understanding of substation engineering practices, including physical and protection & control (P&C) systems
  • Familiarity with key substation components and systems, such as power transformers, breakers, control houses, and ground grids
  • Working knowledge of industry codes and standards, including NEC, NESC, IEEE, NEMA, and ANSI
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
  • relevant experience may be considered in lieu of licensure
  • Willingness to travel to substation sites as project needs require

What we offer

  • Top-notch medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k match
  • Paid time off
  • Fun employee recognition platform
  • Life-friendly culture with flexible routine
  • PTO and Holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement for school or certifications
  • Paid time off for community involvement
  • Weekly staff meetings with lunch
  • Fully stocked kitchen
  • Dog-friendly office
  • Relaxed dress code
  • Weekly happy hours

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