Substation Physical Engineer

ICF

Substation Physical Engineer primarily focused on the design of distribution substations at ICF. Leading engineering teams in creating quality designs for electric utilities with innovative solutions.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $81,499 - $167,644 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in substation physical design, including the preparation of detailed engineering studies and compliance with industry codes. Capable of leading projects, mentoring junior engineers, and effectively communicating with clients and stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Substation Physical DesignElectrical Engineering DegreeProfessional Engineer (PE) LicenseAutoCAD ProficiencyProject Management

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Hard Skills

Substation Design StandardsGrounding StudiesAC Load StudiesIllumination StudiesLightning ShieldingControl Cubicle LayoutsConduit Plans3D Modeling with Autodesk InventorCDEGS FamiliarityAgi32 Software

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsLeadership QualitiesInitiativeMentoring

Tools & Technologies

BluebeamAutoCADMicroStationMicrosoft WordMicrosoft Excel

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Industry Keywords

IEEENESCNECUtility StandardsElectric Utilities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and oversee the design and preparation of substation physical design drawings
Develop electrical details, grounding plans, conduit plans, control cubicle layouts
Prepare engineering studies such as AC load, illumination, grounding, lightning shielding
Coordinate with protection & controls, civil/structural, and drafting disciplines
Support client meetings, technical discussions, and project planning efforts
Participate in site visits and constructability reviews
Ensure compliance with industry codes (e.g., IEEE, NESC, NEC) and utility standards
Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in Engineering, preferably electrical with Power Focus
2+ years of experience in substation physical design for electric utilities
2+ years of experience working with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, and MicroStation
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong initiative and leadership qualities to support career advancement
Advanced user of Microsoft products, specifically Word and Excel
Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6 months
Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar design tool
Familiarity with substation design standards and practices (IEEE, NESC, utility specs)
Ability to manage multiple projects and mentor junior staff
Experience leading substation projects modelled in 3D using Autodesk Inventor
Familiarity with substation grounding studies and CDEGS
Familiarity with Agi32 illumination software

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully remote, flexible schedule, work-life balance
Donation matching, volunteer opportunities
Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!)