Substation Engineer

Why join us?

AtkinsRéalis is growing fast in the U.S.—and there’s never been a more exciting time to be part of our journey.

We’re committed to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. That means creating solutions that matter, and building a workplace where every voice is heard, every perspective counts, and everyone belongs.

By connecting people, data, and technology across our global network, we’re tackling some of the world’s most complex challenges. And we’re looking for passionate, driven professionals like you to help shape what’s next.

Let’s build the future—together.

We are seeking a Substation Engineer to join our team in Northborough, MA to lead and work on various Power Grid Utility and Substation Engineering projects. The Substation Engineer is responsible for supporting or leading substation engineering project teams, with the development of General Arrangements for Substations, Equipment Plans, Elevations, and Sections, Control House Layouts, Grounding design, Conduit and cable design, Creation of Bills of Materials, and Cable schedules.

About Us

AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. For over 50 years, we’ve partnered with public and private clients across the U.S. to deliver infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management. Our depth and breadth of expertise enables us to tackle the most technically complex and time-sensitive projects—driving innovation, resilience, and real-world impact where it matters most.

How will you contribute to the team?

• Work within a multi-discipline team to develop and/or review efficient and reliable electrical design packages for medium and high voltage substations.
• Lead Substation Physical Electrical design to develop and/or review site and equipment layouts, elevations, buswork, ground grids, lightning shielding, material lists, etc.
• Perform design studies and demonstrate a good working knowledge of physical electrical substation design.
• Coordinate design activities to maintain project schedules, budget, and quality requirements to ensure successful project completion. 
• Assist in site visits and station walkdowns, estimating, and attending project meetings.
• Accountable to provide design activities in accordance with applicable codes and standards, including AtkinsRéalis policies and procedures, such as Safety, Environmental, Quality Assurance and Quality Control.
• Select equipment and material and preparation of specifications for material, equipment, and construction work.
• Deliver accurate and thorough electrical designs that will meet industry standards and specifications and meet prudent engineering practices.
• Review internal and external designs for code compliance, good design practice and constructability.
• Coordinate design activities with other multi-discipline project team members.
• Provide construction support including resolving site queries, attending site meetings and performing site inspections during the construction phase of projects.
• Maintain complete project documentation with respect to engineering studies and calculations, all design packages, as-built requirements and return data information.
• Maintain good working relationships with internal groups that support projects such as other engineering disciplines, Drafting, Project Management etc.
• Mentor and provide guidance to developing engineers within the department.

What will you contribute?

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience focused on the development of substation engineering for Intermediate positions.
• A Professional Engineer (PE) registration preferred for all positions, required for Senior positions.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Microstation.
• Prior utility consulting experience is a plus.
• Strong client focus and customer service.
• A high level of interpersonal communication skills, including a strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of applicable industry standards including the National Electric Code (NEC), National Electric Safety Code (NESC), and IEEE.
• Ability to perform independently and in a team environment and provide project ownership.

What we offer at AtkinsRéalis:

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

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Expected compensation range is between $70,000 - $118,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

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At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.