Substation Design Engineer

Join our dynamic team as a Substation Design Engineer, where you will play a crucial role in conducting engineering studies and performing design calculations for the installation of new and replacement substation equipment. You will be involved in the physical substation engineering design, which includes creating general arrangement, electrical plan and section view drawings, cable and conduit plans, grounding plans, raceway plans, shielding plans, and bus work calculations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct engineering studies and perform design calculations for substation equipment installation.
• Perform physical substation engineering design including general arrangement and electrical plan drawings.
• Create or review foundation and structural designs.
• Develop bill of materials and evaluate geotechnical analysis information.
• Design or evaluate site civil plans specific to site grading, access, drainage, soil erosion, and sediment control.
• Create material lists and takeoffs from engineering designs.
• Understand, follow, and apply industry standards to engineering designs.
• Work iteratively to achieve the best design outcome considering cost, project scope, and constructability.
• Coordinate design activities with other multi-discipline project team members.
• Manage project documents and records.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• Strong understanding of engineering and substation design principles
• Proficiency in electrical engineering and utility design

• Prior substation engineering experience or utility engineering experience
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

The position is based in Indianapolis, Indiana, where you will work in the office four days per week with flexibility for remote work on Fridays after training. The work environment promotes a collaborative engineering atmosphere that values safety and planning. You will be part of a supportive team in a stable and long-term project ownership environment, with opportunities for career growth and development. The company values work-life balance and is committed to career sustainability without constant burnout.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, IN.

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $40.87/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on May 7, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.