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Aplin has partnered with an award-winning organization to recruit an experienced Substation Design Manager to support and complement their growing operations in Houston, Texas. Deep expertise in substation and Protection & Control design is essential.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead and oversee the full substation design process from concept and feasibility through detailed design and execution
  • Ensure technical accuracy, constructability, and compliance with utility, grid operator, and project specifications
  • Lead Protection & Control (P&C) design activities, including relay logic, control schematics, SCADA integration, and interconnection requirements
  • Review and coordinate vendor drawings and documentation (transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear, protection equipment), ensuring alignment with design intent and protection schemes
  • Collaborate closely with the Engineer of Record (EOR) to resolve technical issues and maintain design consistency
  • Coordinate with project management, engineering, and construction teams to support efficient project delivery
  • Participate in site walks, FATs, commissioning planning, and energization activities
  • Identify design nonconformances and implement corrective actions
  • Maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships
  • Supervise, mentor, and develop engineering staff
  • Occasional travel to client and project sites will be required

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) designation preferred
  • Minimum 7–10 years of direct experience in Protection & Control (P&C) and high-voltage substation design (mandatory)
  • Demonstrated experience developing relay schemes, control wiring diagrams, SCADA integration, and utility interconnection designs
  • Proven experience in substation testing, commissioning, and grid synchronization
  • Strong understanding of utility standards and interconnection requirements
  • Experience reviewing and coordinating vendor technical documentation
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple projects
  • Willingness to travel occasionally to client and project sites
  • Applicants must be in the US and legally authorized to work in the United States
  • must NOT require employer sponsorship now or in the future
What we offer:
  • Relocation assistance will be provided to the successful candidate
  • Competitive compensation package
  • Annual discretionary performance bonus
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Prescription drug coverage and virtual care services
  • Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
  • Paid parental leave and family care support
  • Mental health and wellness programs
  • Career development and leadership training opportunities
  • Opportunity to work on large-scale renewable and power infrastructure projects

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Job Posted:
March 21, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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