Substation Engineer III
Location: Lakeville, Minnesota (Remote/Hybrid)
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary & Benefits: Salary of $110,000 to $135,000 annually. Insurance benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life. Additional benefits include a 401(k) Plan with company contributions, paid time off, and profit sharing.
About Us:
Consulting Engineers Group (CEG) has been on a mission to accelerate the transition to clean energy since 1998. As a nimble and rapidly expanding team, we specialize in engineering and building renewable energy projects that make a tangible impact on communities and the environment. Our inclusive culture values diverse perspectives and fostering innovation and collaboration at every level.
Position Overview:
CEG is seeking a highly skilled Substation Engineer III to join the Renewable Power Generation Plants engineering team. In this senior-level role, the engineer will take a leading position in designing, configuring, and testing critical substation systems for large-scale renewable energy projects. This role offers complete ownership of complex Physical Design and Protection & Controls (P&C) engineering workflows. Not all requirements need to be met to apply, we encourage parties to apply that have some of the skills needed.
What You’ll Do:
Develop substation system design packages
Develop physical layouts and structural plans, including substation equipment, fencing, access roads, grounding grid, trenching routes, and conduit & cable routes
Develop wiring diagrams and schematics
Provide engineering markups of AC/DC schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and other drawings for the drafting team to execute
Review drawings provided by drafting team to ensure all engineering markups were accurately incorporated
Develop and test relay settings for protection and control architecture
Perform studies related to substation, reactive power, grounding grid, short-circuit fault, overcurrent, etc.
Perform mathematical checks on voltage drop and battery sizing equations
Lead project planning, scheduling, and coordination for projects of all sizes
Provide QA/QC for other substation engineer’s projects
Establish and provide training for other substation engineers
Work with other project team members to produce project deliverables as required
Provide leadership, guidance, and mentoring to Substation Interns and Junior Engineers
Other job-related responsibilities as assigned
Travel to client sites and offices occasionally required, up to 20% of time
What You’ll Need:
Bachelor or Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or related engineering field
Desire to acquire Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or already possess
Desire to acquire Professional Engineering certification or already possess
6 – 10 years of experience designing and leading substation projects
Advanced familiarity with relay manufacturer configuration tools (such as SEL AcSELerator Quickset)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word
Effective written and oral communication skills
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Bonus If You Bring:
Experience building Substations without a standard or procedure
Experience with utility-scale renewable energy systems
Experience with different substations voltages (69kV, 115kV, 138kV, 230kV, 345kV, 500kV, 765kV)
Experience with collection systems or medium voltage
Experience with substation related software like ETAP, SKM, etc.
Solid understanding of three-phase power systems, symmetrical components, and standard IEEE/ANSI device numbers
Experience with NetSuite ERP
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
Be part of a mission-driven team in clean energy
Supportive, inclusive, and flexible work culture
Collaborative and Innovative environment
Career growth, ongoing learning, and training opportunities
Competitive total compensation
Company profit sharing and other bonuses
Comprehensive benefits package
Exceptional 401k program
How to Apply:
Please send a copy of your resume and cover letter to information@ceg-engineers.com and mention “Substation Engineer III” in your application email. We encourage everyone to apply—especially women, people of color, and others often underrepresented in engineering. You do not need to meet every skill listed in order to qualify for the position – CEG is looking for candidates who are talented, eager to learn, and have the potential to grow into roles in an environment that fosters success. Please apply if this role is of interest to you, and you think your skills and strengths are aligned with this position.
About Consulting Engineers Group:
Consulting Engineers Group provides high-quality and high-technology transmission and distribution engineering solutions at competitive prices. For more information, email
information@ceg-engineers.com.
About Lakeville, MN:
Lakeville is a suburb of Minneapolis-Saint Paul, and the largest city in Dakota County, Minnesota, United States. It is approximately 20 miles south of both downtown Minneapolis and downtown St. Paul along Interstate Highway 35. To learn more, visit visitlakeville.org.