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TRC Environmental Corp. seeks a Substation Engineer III to oversee substation engineering and consulting services for clients across the US. The role creates physical layout design deliverables for projects ranging from distribution equipment upgrades to large transmission projects. Work includes physical substation and protection and control design, calculations, equipment specifications, coordination, and short-term field support during construction.
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About Us Groundbreaker. Game changer. Pioneer. TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader. TRC's professionals work with a broad range of commercial, industrial and government clients and the communities they serve. We deliver breakthrough solutions that address local needs -- so our clients can better succeed in an ever-changing world. Working at TRC means tackling interesting, meaningful projects. We pride ourselves on our collaborative spirit, entrepreneurial zeal and agile corporate structure. We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications. Overview Responsible for oversight of substation engineering and consulting services for clients across the US. Main responsibilities include creating physical layout design deliverables. Projects range in size, complexity, and voltage class from small distribution equipment upgrades to large transmission projects Responsibilities 1. Conceptual designs and execution plans. 2. Engineering/project cost estimates and schedules. 3. Physical substation design including yard layouts, plans, sections and details, grounding, lightning protection, control building arrangements, interior and exterior raceways, auxiliary AC/DC power systems, and associated bills of material. 4. Protection and control design including panel arrangements, one lines/single lines, three lines, AC schematics, DC elementaries, equipment wiring and relay panel wiring. 5. Calculations for studies and reports (grounding, lighting protection, AC/DC load studies, etc.) 6. Equipment specifications for procurement and/or factory acceptance testing. 7. Lead coordination of design activities with other departments (Civil/Structural, Networks, Transmission Line, etc.). 8. Develop and improve processes, tools and/or technology implementations. 9. Assistin correspondence with clients or outside personnel. 10. Provide short term field support during construction. 11. Other areas of involvement may include relay settings, 3D modeling/design, or industry/professional technical committee involvement. Qualifications 1. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from accredited program. 2. Minimum 2 years related experience (completion of master's degree in related field may be substituted for one year of experience). 3. EIT certification strongly preferred. 4. Proficiency with National Electrical Safety Code and IEEE / ANSI Standard. 5. Strong preference for those with: 6. Excellent written & verbal communication skills. 7. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 8. Capability of solving difficult problems that require adaptation and modification of standard approaches, techniques, procedures, and criteria. Benefits***:**TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting ... For full info follow application link. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled
How this job compares
Set against the 1,019 open Substation Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- Pennsylvania median$134–231K/yr24 salary ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 37 open Substation Engineer jobs in Pennsylvania and 1,019 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Pennsylvania
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- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience — less than three in four Substation Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for (median 8 years, across 940 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 565 of the 1,019 open Substation Engineer jobs (55%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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