Substation Engineer 2 - Physical

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As an award-winning woman-owned minority-owned boutique engineering firm were on the lookout for spirited candidates to join our ever-growing familia.Were proud to be recognized as a2025 Best Place to Work in St. Louis a reflection of our people-first culture and commitment to creating a workplace where everyone thrives. Our mission is simple: deliver world-class engineering services while fostering close-knit collaborations with our clients. If youre passionate diligent and ready to make an impact youll find your place with us at LUZCO. Lets exceed expectations together and make engineering a space where everyone belongs.

Youre more than an employee. Youre a familia member. As a member of the familia we make sure this is more than just a job.

• Benefits:Weve got you covered with top-notch medical dental and vision insurance plus a 401k match paid time off and a fun employee recognition platform to celebrate your wins!
• Work-Life Balance:Flexibility is our thing. While we do ask everyone to be in the office from 9 am-3 pm you can tailor the rest of your schedule to fit your life. Paid Time Off and Holidays are part of the package too!
• Diversity:We thrive on diversity and the unique perspectives everyone brings. Our team is a melting pot of skills and experiences which helps us approach challenges from all angles.
• Growth:Your growth is our priority. Whether its tuition reimbursement for school or certifications youll work closely with industry pros to map out and achieve your career goals.
• Giving Back:Were all about making a difference. Each year we set aside paid time off for you to get involved in your community and give back.
• Work Environment:Enjoy a relaxed vibe with weekly staff meetings (lunch included!) a fully stocked kitchen a dog-friendly office a relaxed dress code and weekly happy hours!

Sound like a familia youre ready to join Heres the details on what we are looking for in this position:

We are seeking a full-time Substation Engineer 2 focused on Physical design of high-voltage substations. This role is open to qualified Civil Mechanical or Electrical Engineers who are passionate about designing layout and construction-level deliverables related to site planning structural foundations steel conduit grounding and equipment arrangements.

Youll join a collaborative team that supports both greenfield and brownfield utility substation projects. As an Engineer 2 youll be hands-on in drawing development material selection and calculations while working closely with senior engineers and designers. This role is ideal for someone looking to grow into a technical expert or future team lead.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Design and modify substation physical drawings including:
  • General arrangements equipment layouts grounding plans conduit plans foundation plans and bill of materials
• Prepare engineering and construction documents for new and modified substations (34.5500kV)
• Create and apply technical specifications for structures foundations duct banks and steel assemblies
• Perform basic engineering calculations such as voltage drop conduit sizing and foundation loads
• Coordinate with internal P&C civil and drafting teams to produce complete substation packages
• Apply field markups and support redline/as-built updates
• Support construction and field services through occasional site visits and walkdowns
• Travel up to 25% as required based on project needs
• Contribute to other duties or cross-functional tasks as needed

Knowledge & Skills

• Bachelors degree in Civil Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 2 years of experience in substation or related utility/industrial design (or 1 year with a masters degree)
• FE exam passed or in progress
• Familiarity with codes and standards such as NESC NEC IEEE AISC and ACI is preferred
• Proficient in Excel; experience with AutoCAD or Civil 3D is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Valid drivers license and ability to travel out-of-state as needed