Substation Engineering Manager

SunEnergy1
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📍 Charlotte, NCFULL TIME

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Position Summary

SunEnergy1 is seeking an experienced Substation Engineering Manager to lead engineering and design activities for substation projects supporting utility-scale solar, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and related power infrastructure. This individual will oversee technical design, engineering consultants, equipment specifications, and coordination with procurement, construction, and project management teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead substation engineering and design activities across multiple projects.
  • Oversee electrical one-line diagrams, physical layouts, grounding, protection and control systems, and equipment specifications.
  • Manage external engineering consultants and review designs for quality, constructability, cost, and compliance.
  • Coordinate with utilities, vendors, procurement, and project teams to ensure technical requirements and schedules are met.
  • Support equipment procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, and resolution of field engineering issues.
  • Establish engineering standards, quality-control procedures, and design practices.
  • Mentor engineering personnel and drive continuous improvement in engineering execution.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • 8+ years of electrical engineering experience, including significant substation engineering and design experience.
  • Experience leading engineering teams, consultants, or multidisciplinary project activities.
  • Strong knowledge of medium- and high-voltage substations, protection and control, grounding, and electrical equipment.
  • Experience with utility, transmission, power generation, or renewable energy projects.
  • Familiarity with applicable IEEE/ANSI standards, NEC, NESC, and utility requirements.
  • Strong project management, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license.
  • Experience with utility-scale solar, BESS, or EPC projects.
  • Experience with substations ranging from 34.5 kV to 500 kV.
  • Familiarity with SCADA, protective relays, and substation automation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Substation Engineering Manager position at SunEnergy1?
The salary for this Substation Engineering Manager role at SunEnergy1 is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Substation Engineering Manager position at SunEnergy1 located?
This Substation Engineering Manager role at SunEnergy1 is based in Charlotte, NC. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Substation Engineering Manager role at SunEnergy1 full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Substation Engineering Manager role at SunEnergy1.
How do I apply for the Substation Engineering Manager position at SunEnergy1?
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When was the Substation Engineering Manager job at SunEnergy1 posted?
This Substation Engineering Manager position at SunEnergy1 was posted on Oct 9, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Substation Engineering Manager
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