About Careertakes

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What You’ll Do

As a Substation Engineer you will join a team delivering high-voltage substation projects (69 kV–500 kV). You’ll work under the direction of senior engineers and project managers to develop technical designs, prepare drawings and specifications, perform electrical calculations, and support project execution from concept through construction. Typical responsibilities include:

• Assist in the electrical and physical design of high-voltage substations, including layout, grounding, protection & control systems, and civil/structural coordination
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, one-line/three-line diagrams, schematics, and wiring diagrams
• Perform electrical analysis: short-circuit, load-flow, voltage-drop, and grounding studies
• Develop technical specifications, bills of materials, and construction packages
• Support the preparation of engineering reports, design narratives, and client deliverables
• Coordinate with civil, structural, and environmental teams to ensure integrated designs
• Participate in project meetings with clients, utilities, contractors, and internal stakeholders
• Maintain project documentation, adhere to quality controls, and follow utility/industry standards (IEEE, NESC, NEC)
• Receive mentorship from senior staff and engage in on-the-job training and formal learning to develop technical skills
• Contribute to continuous improvement, constructability reviews, and project estimating efforts

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Qualifications (Minimum)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• 0–3 years of relevant experience (Entry Level / Early career)
• Hands-on experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation
• Familiarity with electrical codes and standards (NEC, NESC, IEEE)
• Basic knowledge of substation components (transformers, switchgear, relays, protection schemes)
• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn from senior engineers
• Ability to work onsite in Lake Mary, FL (this is a fully onsite role)

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Preferred Qualifications

• EIT certification or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• 3D modeling experience (Revit, Civil 3D, Inventor, etc.)
• Experience with substation analysis tools (SKM, ETAP, CYME) and substation design suites
• Knowledge of construction practices, proposal writing, estimating, scheduling, and project controls
• Prior work on brownfield upgrades or substation construction support

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Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $33.65 – $38.46 per hour (Contract-to-hire)
• Benefits (if eligible): medical, dental, vision; life insurance; short- & long-term disability; 401(k); HSA options; transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; PTO and leave programs. Benefit eligibility and offerings depend on job classification and length of employment.

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Location & Employment Type

• Location: Lake Mary, FL (on-site)
• Role type: Contract-to-hire (hourly, expected conversion potential)
• Anticipated application close: Aug 4, 2026 (subject to change)

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Skills & Tools

Key skills and tools relevant to this role:

• Substation design, protection & relays, switchgear, transformer design
• AutoCAD, MicroStation, Revit, Civil 3D, Inventor
• Analysis tools: SKM, ETAP, CYME
• Electrical fundamentals: AC/DC systems, grounding, load flow, short-circuit analysis
• Drafting, bill of materials preparation, layout design, construction support
• Familiarity with utility design standards and electric utility practices

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Additional Information

Careertakes and our client comply with federal, state, and local hiring laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process, please contact Careertakes for assistance.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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