Substation Engineer
US$95,000 – US$140,000 / yr base salary
Posted 17 Jun 2026
Advertised as “Senior Substation Engineer”
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- Expected experience
- 8+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Employment
- On-Site
- Contract
- Full-time
| Base salary | US$95,000 – US$140,000 / yr |
|---|
Field of studyElectrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology
Study levelBachelor's
Study levelMaster's
Company Description
Senior Substation Engineer
Syracuse, NY | Binghamton, NY | Hybrid
Do you thrive taking technical ownership of complex substation projects from concept through construction? Are you looking for a role where your engineering judgment shapes the outcome, not just contributes to it? Do you want to work at the intersection of grid modernization, renewable integration, and high-profile utility-scale infrastructure?
If this sounds like you, or you're curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Power Systems Department as our new Senior Substation Engineer and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.
Your new team
You will be part of an elite team of power system engineers and play a pivotal role in delivering advanced solutions for a wide variety of clients, including energy-intensive industries like semiconductor manufacturing, municipal entities, data center mega campuses, and pioneers in renewable energy. With our substantial growth, seize the opportunity to shape our strategy and contribute to our agile team's rich pipeline of projects.
With growth horizons in cutting-edge domains like HVDC, solar photovoltaics, and offshore wind, our energetic and inventive team, bolstered by global specialists, is committed to advancing Ramboll's reach across the US, notably in states championing progressive climate objectives and sustainability measures. At the heart of our mission is the conviction that electricity is the cornerstone of the green transition toward a carbon-neutral future. Join us in our unwavering pursuit to realize this vision.
Job Description
Your new role
As our new Senior Substation Engineer, you will be the technical anchor and subject matter expert for medium and high voltage substation design projects across a diverse and growing client base. You will lead engineering efforts from early concept and feasibility through detailed design and construction support, working closely with project managers, clients, and multidisciplinary design teams.
Your role will combine hands-on engineering with mentorship and technical leadership, helping to elevate the quality of our substation practice while delivering on a pipeline of challenging, high-profile projects.
Your key responsibilities will be:
• Lead and perform electrical engineering design for medium and high voltage substation projects, including equipment specification and selection, single-line development, protection and control design, and layout optimization
• Develop and review technical reports, engineering specifications, calculations, and design packages for substation facilities