Substation Engineer
Posted 21 Sep 2026
Advertised as “Lead Substation Engineer”
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- Expected experience
- 8+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Contract
- Full-time
Compensation
No salary listed for this role.
Role speciality
High Voltage Substation DesignSubstation Engineering
Useful technologies
AutoCADCDEGSMicroStation
Required qualifications
Field of studyElectrical Engineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Kiewit Mexico is a company dedicated to providing engineering, procurement, and construction management services. Kiewit Mexico is a subsidiary of one of the largest and most respected engineering and construction organizations in North America. Kiewit Mexico offers construction management and engineering services in a variety of markets, including energy, oil, gas, chemicals, terminals, marine works, and mining.
Responsibilities
- Lead the engineering and design of greenfield and brownfield substations, including equipment layout, bus configurations, grounding, lightning protection, and control building arrangements.
- Oversee development of key design documents such as:
- One line and three line diagrams
- General arrangement drawings
- Equipment specifications and bills of material
- Grounding and lightning protection studies
- Conduct, cable, and raceway plans
- Protection & control schematics and wiring diagrams.
- Coordinate with civil, structural, transmission, and protection teams to ensure integrated designs.
- Review and approve engineering deliverables for accuracy and project standard compliance.
- Support project planning and scheduling.
- Provide technical guidance during engineering development.
- Identify project risks and work with project managers and discipline leads to development mitigation strategies.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline.
- 8+ years of experience in high voltage substation design (utility, EPC, or consulting environment).
- Familiarity with industry standards such as IEEE, NESC, and utility specific requirements.
- Experience leading engineering teams or serving as a technical lead.
- Proficiency with substation design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation, CDEGS, or equivalent).
- Strong communication and coordination skills.
- Must possess advanced-level English skills, including strong verbal and written communication.
Benefits
- Vacation days, Christmas bonus, and vacation bonus above the law standard
- Savings fund
- Food vouchers
- Social security
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
- Training & development
- Wellness Resources (Medical appointments at a preferential price and discounts in drugstores and stores)