Electrical Engineer - Substation Design
Hanson Professional ServicesSpringfield, IL
Full Time
Posted May 11, 2026
$123k - $175k· Est.
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- Source
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- Freshness
- Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 5, 2026
- Classification
- Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Climate Technology
- Pay provenance
- Estimated benchmark; not employer-provided
Job Description
Integrity | Commitment | Quality | Relationships | Innovation
Key Responsibilities
- Hanson Professional Services Inc. is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer specializing in Substation Design to support power delivery projects for utility, municipal, and industrial clients. This senior-level role is ideal for a licensed Professional Engineer with extensive experience in high-voltage substations , including physical layout, protection and control coordination, and interdisciplinary design integration.
- The successful candidate will bring strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and direct experience working with transmission and distribution (T&D) utilities or power companies .
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related field.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license (required at hire).
- Minimum 8 years of experience in substation or power delivery engineering.
- Prior experience working with:
- Electric utilities
- Transmission and distribution companies
- Power industry clients
- Strong understanding of substation equipment, protection philosophies, and utility standards.
- Proven ability to lead technical tasks and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with EPC or owner engineer utility project delivery models.
- Experience with HV/EHV substations (230kV and above).
- Familiarity with relay protection concepts and SCADA integration.
- Experience developing proposals, cost estimates, and schedules.
- Prior experience mentoring junior staff or acting in a technical lead role.
- High level of technical judgment and attention to detail
- Strong leadership and collaboration skills
- Client focused mindset
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
Benefits & Perks
- Our focus on people means we offer a generous benefits program to help you create a solid foundation for health and security throughout your career, including:
- Competitive compensation
- Performance bonuses
- 401(k) with matching contribution
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- Comprehensive health & well-being plans
- Financial wellness plans
- Work-life balance programs
- Want to know more? Visit our benefits page for all the details.
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