• Substation Engineer

    Actalent (Palm Beach Gardens, FL)


    Job Title: Substation EngineerJob Description

     

    We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Substation Engineer to oversee document turnover and file management to ensure operational readiness and regulatory compliance for newly constructed substations within our renewable energy fleet. This role will primarily interface with construction and design engineers to ensure successful project completion.

    Responsibilities

    + Act as substation subject matter expert and serve as a customer representative.

    + Supervise contracting team to execute processes in the field.

    + Drive continuous process improvements.

    + Support the transfer of asset attributes into the asset management system.

    + Support activation of required preventive maintenance (PM) tasks for the site.

    + Collaborate with solar and energy storage project managers, operations teams, and engineering & construction personnel.

    + Store all documents in document management systems (D2/Documentum), including substation physical, electrical, relay, and equipment drawings.

    + Record and store documentation of protection and control systems.

    + Store configuration files for non-protection relays, including communication processors, meters, PLCs, and transformer temperature monitors.

    + Ensure transfer of As-Builts post-construction.

    + Catalog all commissioning and test reports, including relay installations, equipment tests, and ground grid test reports.

    + Support control center operations checkout processes.

    + Manage and update the communication protocol tracking files.

    + Provide recommendations for procurement of critical spare parts.

    + Ensure transfer and storage of important regulatory and contract documents, such as FAC, MOD, CIP, and agreements like PPA and GIA.

    Essential Skills

    + 5+ years of experience in substation engineering.

    + Familiarity with NERC compliance and substation design.

    + Experience in protection & control, relays, as-built testing, commissioning, solar, wind, and interconnection.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering; other engineering degrees considered with relevant experience.

    + Understanding of NERC compliance requirements.

    + Work experience in substation engineering, construction, and/or management.

    + Experience with asset management systems and document management systems.

    + Capability in leading development and change efforts.

    + Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.

    + Excellent communication and professional skills.

    + Experience in power generation or renewable energy technology is a plus.

    + Expertise with Documentum is a plus.

    Work Environment

    This position requires occasional travel, up to 20%. The work environment involves collaboration with project managers, operations teams, and engineering personnel to ensure compliance and efficiency in renewable energy projects.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $65.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Palm Beach Gardens,FL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Aug 8, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.