Substation Design Engineer

Job Title: Substation Design Engineer

We're hiring a Substation Design Engineer to join a local utilities team in Indianapolis, IN. As a Substation Design Engineer, you will conduct engineering studies and perform design calculations for the installation of new and replacement substation equipment. Your role involves performing physical substation engineering design including general arrangement, electrical plans, section view drawings, and more. You will also create or review foundation and structural designs, develop bill of materials, and evaluate geotechnical analysis information to apply it to substation designs.

This is a great opportunity for someone with minimal experience who is looking to build a career within a stable industry. This is a long-term career move with room for growth, and this person will develop competitive skills as they continue to support the local workload.

Responsibilities

Conduct engineering studies and perform design calculations for substation equipment installation.
Perform physical substation engineering design including electrical plan, section view drawings, and grounding plans.
Create or review foundation and structural designs.
Develop bill of materials and evaluate geotechnical analysis information.
Design or evaluate site civil plans specific to grading, access, drainage, and soil erosion 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, scope, and consistency with existing practices.
Coordinate design activities with other multi-discipline project team members.
Manage project documents and records.

Essential Skills

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
Experience with AutoCAD.
Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to various stakeholders.
Ability to work cross-functionally with planning, protection, construction, and field personnel, as well as external contractors and vendors.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Prior substation engineering experience or utility engineering experience is a plus.
EIT or PE licensure is preferred.

Work Environment

This role is based in Indianapolis and involves working in the office four days per week, with flexibility for remote work on Fridays after training. The standard workweek is 40 hours, and there may be occasional field visits. The work environment is collaborative and values safety and planning, providing long-term career sustainability and a focus on work-life balance.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay And Benefits

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

Requirements

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 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.
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