Substation Physical Engineer

LaBella Associates

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Rochester, New York, US on site Until 8/21/2026 0+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted March 27, 2025 Last posted March 27, 2025
Job description

We are currently looking for a Substation Physical Engineer from 0 to 5 years of experience.

Duties

  • Assist with create/modify detailed design for Substation:
  • Control building (relay panels, facilities, cable raceways, trays, etc.)
  • Busbar and strain bus
  • Equipment & support structures
  • Assembly drawings
  • Cables and connectors
  • Lightning protection and lighting
  • Grounding grid
  • Conduit and tranches
  • Perform basic calculations such as:
  • Grounding
  • Lighting and lightning
  • Cable ampacity
  • Tray sizing
  • Trench sizing
  • Conduit sizing
  • Assist project manager to develop scope of work and conceptual design for the projects;
  • Communicate and coordinate project activities with project manager, client, and others as needed;
  • Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of one's work;

Requirements

  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical or Civil is preferred.
  • 0 to 5 years of experience in Substation Physical design.
  • Willing to pursue PE license in NY and NC.
  • Desired knowledge of Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE), NERC, NEC, NESC, NEMA, and ANSI standards used in designing substation is critical.
  • Periodic travel, ability to visit project sites.

Salary Range: $60,000 - $86,000 per year
The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

  • Flexible Work Schedule
  • Health/Dental Insurance
  • 401k Plan with Employer Match
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Profit Sharing
  • Paid Time Off
  • Leadership Development Program
  • Fitness Reimbursement
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Referral Bonus Program
  • Wellness Program
  • Team Building Events
  • Community Service Events
About this role

Summary

Assist with substation physical design, calculations, project coordination, and site visits.

Job title

Substation Physical Engineer

Experience level

0-5 years

Minimum experience

0+ years exp

Industry

utilities

Location requirements

Rochester, NY; on-site with travel; no remote work

Salary

$60k–$86k

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical or Civilsubstation physical designIEEE standardsNERC standardsNEC standards

Preferred skills

PE licenseproject managementcommunicationtravel

Specializations

substation designelectricalgroundinglightingcable management
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Rochester, NY, USA

On-site City