Substation Design Manager
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Overview
Compensation
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Job Description
Aplin has partnered with an award-winning organization to recruit an experienced Substation Design Manager to support and complement their growing operations in Houston, Texas.Deep expertise in substation and Protection & Control design is essential. Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee the full substation design process from concept and feasibility through detailed design and execution.
- Ensure technical accuracy, constructability, and compliance with utility, grid operator, and project specifications.
- Lead Protection & Control (P&C) design activities, including relay logic, control schematics, SCADA integration, and interconnection requirements.
- Review and coordinate vendor drawings and documentation (transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear, protection equipment), ensuring alignment with design intent and protection schemes.
- Collaborate closely with the Engineer of Record (EOR) to resolve technical issues and maintain design consistency.
- Coordinate with project management, engineering, and construction teams to support efficient project delivery.
- Participate in site walks, FATs, commissioning planning, and energization activities.
- Identify design nonconformances and implement corrective actions.
- Maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.
- Supervise, mentor, and develop engineering staff.
- Occasional travel to client and project sites will be required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) designation preferred.Minimum 7–10 years of direct experience in Protection & Control (P&C) and high-voltage substation design (mandatory).
- Demonstrated experience developing relay schemes, control wiring diagrams, SCADA integration, and utility interconnection designs.
- Proven experience in substation testing, commissioning, and grid synchronization.
- Strong understanding of utility standards and interconnection requirements.
- Experience reviewing and coordinating vendor technical documentation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple projects.
- Willingness to travel occasionally to client and project sites.
- Relocation assistance will be provided to the successful candidate.
- Competitive compensation package
- Annual discretionary performance bonus
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Prescription drug coverage and virtual care services
- Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
- Paid parental leave and family care support
- Mental health and wellness programs
- Career development and leadership training opportunities
- Opportunity to work on large-scale renewable and power infrastructure projects
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This job at Aplin is located in Houston, TX, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
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Candidates can expect a pay range of $95,000 and $95,000 per year.
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