Role: Senior Substation Electrical Engineer

Location: Houston, TX

Salary Range: $160,000 – $210,000

Renewyx is representing a nationally recognized EPC contractor with a longstanding presence in the construction and oil & gas sectors, now strategically expanding into renewable energy infrastructure. With a portfolio that includes complex, high-voltage substation builds and grid interconnection systems, they bring unmatched engineering, procurement, and construction expertise to every stage of project delivery. Their Houston office is at the center of this growth, supporting critical energy transition projects across the U.S.

They are actively seeking a Senior Substation Electrical Engineer with a strong technical background in the design and analysis of high-voltage substations at 345 kV and above. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 years of experience in detailed electrical design, including physical layout, protection and control schemes, and grounding systems. Proficiency in AutoCAD is required for generating and reviewing single-line diagrams and schematics. A valid PE license is mandatory, along with experience performing power system studies (load flow, short circuit, arc flash) and the authority to stamp final designs for construction.

This role offers the opportunity to work on large-scale transmission and renewable integration projects within a highly technical, execution-driven EPC environment. You’ll collaborate with seasoned engineers and project managers, gain exposure to full lifecycle substation engineering, and play a key role in enabling utility-scale solar and BESS development nationwide.

The ideal candidate should have the following:

Minimum 6 years of experience in high-voltage substation design (345 kV and above)
Expertise in physical layout, grounding, protection & control, and equipment selection
Proficient in AutoCAD for development of single-line and schematic drawings
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with capability to stamp design documents
Experience conducting power system studies (e.g., ETAP, SKM, or similar)
Prior EPC or utility project experience with substations or renewable integration preferred

If this is an opportunity you have interest in, then please apply to avoid disappointment.