Senior Substation Project Engineer (remote option)
Vitaver & Associates, Inc
New York, Japan Full Time Engineering Jobs Japan
Job Description
14416 – Senior Substation Project Engineer (remote option) – Juno Beach, FL; Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Start Date: ASAP
Type: Temporary Project
Estimated Duration: 12 months with possible extensions
Work Setting: Remote option / Onsite.
Required Qualifications
- Experience in Project Engineering and/or Project Management with a strong bias for action.
- Experience in FERC Order 1000 and early‑stage diligence substation RFPs, including coordination with Development and technical RFP narrative support.
- Experience with senior‑level technical leadership on substation projects, including EOR oversight/training and accountability for IEEE/NESC/ASCE code compliance.
- Experience with commercial and ISC interfaces on substation projects, including scope of work development, competitive bidding/awards, long‑lead material management, and support to estimating.
- Travel required within North America.
- Knowledge of IEEE, NESC, ASCE and other applicable industry codes and standards.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in Substation design and engineering of High Voltage substation projects (7+ years).
- Experience with HVDC.
- PMP and/or P.E. in related discipline.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil/Structural Engineering.
Responsibilities
- Lead all substation engineering activities for FERC 1000 RFPs and early‑stage diligence projects from concept through handoff to execution.
- Provide technical oversight, training, and due diligence for external Engineers of Record (EORs) to ensure designs meet scope, quality, and utility standards.
- Own substation code and standard compliance, including IEEE, NESC, ASCE, and other applicable industry requirements for all assigned projects.
- Define scopes of work, secure and evaluate bids, and award engineering and related services in partnership with the Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) team.
- Manage long‑lead substation materials, including specification input, order oversight, and coordination with ISC to minimize schedule and cost risk.
- Support commercial and regulatory activities, including technical RFP narrative development and input to legal/regulatory filings as needed.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and OEMs to optimize substation designs, incorporate lessons learned, and provide feedback to estimating on scope and cost assumptions.
Benefits
- 12‑month temporary project with potential extensions.
- Remote option or onsite flexibility.
- Travel within North America.
- Participation in bonus program.
- Full and on‑time payment guaranteed.
- Support from experienced consultants.
Posted May 4, 2026