Senior Substation Engineer

Verdantas

Last Updated: 1/19/2026 4:04:33 AM

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Current Days Open
60
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$120,000.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$140,000.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
85
First Seen
8/2/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$120,000.00 (Yearly)
1/19/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$140,000.00 (Yearly)
1/19/2026

Full Job Description

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose! At Verdantas, were redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure. Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We dont just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future. Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world. Ready to shape the future of resilient communities? We are seeking a Senior Substation Engineer to take on the challenge of designing new power substations and upgrading existing facilities from 12kV to 500kV. You'll be responsible for utilizing accepted practices and standards to ensure that all designs meet the highest level of quality and safety. This is an onsite supervisory role with direct reports, including engineers and designers. You will be reporting to our Fort Worth, TX office. Join us to power the shift toward cleaner, smarter energy solutions. Apply today and make a lasting impact. Responsibilities: Develop project plans, including project scope of work and WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) for complex multi-discipline-based substation Engineering projects and EPC projects Manage Substation project execution, including project scope, schedule, budget, and project resources, including external vendors, consultants, and contractors Effectively track and stabilize projects, implement solutions to obstacles, and ensure client goals are achieved Attend client meetings and communicate concerns and changes with the client to ensure a positive relationship and growth opportunities Prepare and review preliminary designs Prepare proposals, including budgetary estimates Lead the development of plans, specifications, studies, estimates, material lists, and other deliverables Ensure team adherence to QA/QC program Develop new, or modify existing: Electrical layout/plan of substation equipment and structures Substation foundation layout/plan drawings Section/elevation views from layout/plan drawings Conduit layout/plan drawings Substation grounding layout/plan drawings Control building layout/plan and section/elevation drawings Lead, mentor, and help grow a team of engineers and designers: Manage day-to-day activities for your team Set goals and expectations for each team member Assist in annual performance reviews Assist in recruiting effort - posting job requisitions and participation in interviews Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering 8+ years of direct substation physical and electrical engineering experience Professional Engineering license in any state and the ability to acquire further licensure in other states A combination of education and a demonstrated related experience may be considered in lieu of education and experience requirements Solid comprehension and application of design software such as MicroStation, AutoCAD and other 3D applications Proficient with Windows-based software such as Word and Excel, which are frequently used to develop project deliverables Ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software programs Ability to work in a team environment with others, including, but not limited to, Project Managers, Engineers, Designers, and drafters in multi-disciplinary groups Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Strong attention to detail and work product quality Salary Range: $120,000-140,000 Benefits: Flexible Work Environment Paid Parental Leave Medical Dental Vision Life and AD&D Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off + Holidays Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce. Verdantas is an EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet Ready to take the next exciting step in your career journey? Dive into our current job openings and discover the perfect opportunity waiting just for you. Explore our diverse range of roles across various departments and embark on a path towards growth, innovation, and success. Your dream job could be just a click away For assistance filling out applications, complete this form.

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