Substation Project Manager

About the role

ISG is seeking a driven, detail-oriented Substation Project Manager to lead complex substation projects for utility and energy clients, guiding them from concept through commissioning. The role works on transmission and distribution projects directly associated with FirstEnergy, one of ISG's client partners. It is a full-time position open to candidates from any ISG geography.

Key responsibilities

• Lead execution of high-complexity substation projects, including greenfield substations, system expansions, large equipment upgrades and automation overhauls.
• Own the full project lifecycle: scope development, cost estimating, budgeting, scheduling, engineering oversight, quality assurance and risk management.
• Serve as the main client contact and coordinate multidisciplinary teams with electrical, civil and structural engineers.
• Contribute to proposals, fee development, resource allocation and business development.
• Implement QA/QC processes and review designs, calculations and deliverables.
• Support advanced protection and control designs, including one-line diagrams, relay schemes and layout plans.
• Support field engineering, commissioning and troubleshooting during construction and energization.
• Mentor junior staff and represent the organization at industry events and technical committees.
• Ensure compliance with codes, standards (NEC, NESC), safety protocols and client requirements.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 12+ years of experience in substation engineering, design or consulting.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred, state-specific or able to obtain.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel for site visits and client meetings.

Required skills

• Proficiency with engineering design tools and CAD systems.
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Working knowledge of NEC and NESC.
• Strong communication, organizational and time-management skills.

What we offer

• Salary of $105,000 - $135,000 per year.
• Medical, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, paid holidays and volunteer time.
• Paid parental leave, bi-annual profit sharing and ESOP.
• 401K, life insurance, HSA and FSA options, bereavement leave and supplemental voluntary benefits.
• Parking reimbursement, varying by office location.