Blue Signal Search · 1 week ago
Engineering Supervisor - Substations
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
5+ years expBlue Signal Search is a leading executive search firm, specializing in engineering recruitment. They are seeking an Engineering Supervisor - Substations to lead design and protection initiatives for high-voltage transmission and distribution systems while mentoring a team of engineers.
RecruitingStaffing Agency
Hiring Manager
Courtney Byrd Bernard
Responsibilities
Lead complex substation protection and control engineering projects from concept through completion, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables
Oversee the creation and modification of electrical design documentation including one-lines, three-lines, control schematics, wiring diagrams, panel arrangements, cable routing, and bills of materials
Guide the design and integration of auxiliary AC/DC systems, SCADA interfaces, and communications for substation control systems
Conduct and review engineering calculations including voltage drop, short circuit analysis, battery sizing, and relay coordination studies
Collaborate closely with project managers, clients, designers, and drafting personnel to align on project scopes and execution
Conduct site walk-downs to assess requirements and verify project readiness
Participate in procurement planning, including coordinating material deliveries and participating in vendor discussions
Support and attend project meetings, providing technical insight and contributing to strategic planning
Supervise a growing team of engineers, providing mentorship, performance evaluations, and career development support
Lead by example in promoting a culture of accountability, technical excellence, and continuous learning
Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and training of new team members
Foster a positive and collaborative team environment in alignment with company values and policies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited institution
EIT certification required; PE license highly preferred
Minimum of 5 years' experience designing protection and control systems for high-voltage substations (15kV–500kV)
Strong understanding of substation design standards and utility-level project lifecycle
Proven ability to coach and mentor junior engineering staff
Detail-oriented with excellent communication skills and a hands-on approach to problem-solving
Preferred
PE license highly preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) plan with company matching
Virtual healthcare access
Generous PTO, including vacation, personal time, sick leave, and paid holidays
Paid family leave (maternity, paternity, adoption, foster care)
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible work scheduling options
Company
Blue Signal Search
Blue Signal is a nationwide recruiting, executive search, and staffing firm built on a foundation of helping others, doing the right thing, and being excellent.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Matt Walsh
Chief Executive Officer & Founder
Joe Horvath
Chief Financial Officer
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