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Entry Level Substation Engineer

Remote, USA Full-time Posted 2026-06-15

Gannett Fleming is seeking an Entry Level Substation Engineer to join their power group in Charlotte, NC. This role involves assisting with the design aspects of various substation projects and working closely with senior staff to develop substation layout drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with the development of Substation layout drawings including, plan and elevations, yard layouts, grounding, grounding details, raceway, raceway details, control building layouts, cable lists, and material lists on new and existing substations
  • Help develop Substation one lines, three lines, Aux AC Power Systems, DC Power Systems, DC Schematics, SCADA and Communications Systems, Relay Panel Layouts, Equipment Wiring, and Cable Schedules for new and existing substations
  • Prepare calculations and report results to clients
  • Assist in the preparation of equipment specifications, for substation equipment, components, and construction

Skills

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited program
  • 0 to 2 years of experience in design, engineering and project management within power and utility industry
  • Demonstrated interest in electrical engineering and substation or power design through applied course, prior internship, or work experience
  • Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Engineer-in-training (EIT) certification
  • Experience with electrical design software

Benefits

  • Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
  • Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
  • Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
  • Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
  • Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
  • Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview

  • Gannett Fleming is a privately held AEC firm partnering closely with our clients on some of the toughest challenges facing our communities today—and into the future. It was founded in 1915, and is headquartered in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.gftinc.com.
  • Company H1B Sponsorship

  • Gannett Fleming has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2025, 2 in 2024, 2 in 2023, 1 in 2021, 1 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.
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