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Substation Principal Engineer - Minneapolis, MN

Minneapolis, MN, 55401Full-time$112k2026-09-02 → 2026-11-10

Core

Subject matter expert and technical leader for substation engineering, developing advanced principles, standards, and complex projects for utility infrastructure.

Role type

Principal Engineer (Substation)

Builds

Substation designs, equipment specifications, and technical standards for electricity and natural gas distribution.

Domain

Utility / Power Generation & Distribution

Required skills

Advanced substation engineering, technical standards development, complex project leadership, bid evaluation, mentoring, strategic planning

Preferred skills

Utility industry experience, physical/controls engineering, PE registration

Technologies

Substation equipment, controls systems

Responsibilities

Develop new technical principles and standards; lead critical and complex projects from design to commissioning; advise management on advanced technical research; oversee engineers and technicians; coordinate budgeting and estimating for engineering projects.

Seniority

Principal, strategic leadership & mentorship