ICF is hiring a Senior Substation Physical Engineer - REMOTE

ICF is hiring a Senior Substation Physical Engineer to lead the design and execution of high-voltage substation projects, typically in the 69kV to 500kV range, with a focus on delivering excellent quality work for clients. This role is part of a relentlessly client-focused group re-imagining and re-engineering how electric utilities tackle industry problems and offers a clear growth path to becoming a Supervising Engineer.

What You'll Do

• Lead and oversee the design and preparation of substation physical design drawings.
• Lead the design and preparation of engineering studies such as AC Load, Illumination, Grounding, and Lightning Shielding.
• Develop Bill of Materials based on Design Criteria.
• Coordinate with protection & controls, civil / structural, and drafting disciplines to ensure quality deliverables.
• Support client meetings, technical discussions, and project planning efforts.
• Participate in site visits and constructability reviews.
• Interpret and incorporate vendor information into design deliverables.
• Apply client standards related to the work.
• Perform/ensure company’s Quality assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes are being followed on all design packages.
• Ensure compliance with industry codes (e.g., IEEE, NESC, NEC) and utility standards.
• Continuously improve job-related engineering, technical and professional knowledge, skills, and performance.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers.
• Demonstrate leadership potential to support transition into a Supervising role.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (focus in power systems preferred).
• 8+ years of experience in substation physical design for electric utilities.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Nice to Have

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar design tool.
• Familiarity with substation design standards and practices (IEEE, NESC, utility specs).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and mentor junior staff.
• Strong initiative and leadership qualities to support career advancement.
• Experience leading substation projects modelled in 3D using Autodesk Inventor.
• Familiarity with substation grounding studies and CDEGS.
• Familiarity with Agi32 illumination software.
• Advanced user of Microsoft products, specifically Word and Excel.

Technical Stack

• AutoCAD
• MicroStation
• Autodesk Inventor
• CDEGS
• Agi32
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel

Team & Environment

You'll join a client-focused group re-imagining utility engineering.

Benefits & Compensation

• Compensation range: $118,730.00 - $201,840.00
• 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources.
• Donation matching, volunteer opportunities.
• Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance.

Work Mode

This is a remote position open to candidates within the United States.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.