Substation Electrical Engineer, EPC
Substation Electrical Engineer, EPC
Redwood Materials is seeking a Substation Electrical Engineer to join our EPC team. This role is central to the design of high voltage electrical infrastructure to support our mission. Our mission is to build a sustainable circular economy for lithium-ion batteries by transforming recycled materials into high-quality inputs for new batteries.
Responsibilities will include:
Lead the design of high voltage AC electrical systems, specifically for industrial substations (69kV to 345kV) and their integration with upstream transmission lines and downstream MV distribution
Review and evaluate the design of existing substations to provide recommendations for improving reliability and stability
Develop single-line diagrams, physical layout and design, protection and control systems, relay design and coordination, and grounding plans for substations
Perform grid simulation and stability studies using industry standard tools such as PSSE, PSLF, PSCAD, ASPEN OneLiner and similar software
Interface with utilities and ISO/RTOs to support interconnection studies, permitting, and compliance for new renewable and BESS projects
Perform short circuit, load flow, and arc flash studies
Develop relay settings using SEL AcSELerator or equivalent software
Evaluate and select high voltage equipment including switchgear, circuit breakers, transformers, reactors, PTs, CTs, and protection relays
Serve as Electrical Engineer of Record for assigned projects
Lead code compliance reviews (NEC, IEEE, NESC, NFPA) and provide technical guidance to internal teams
Collaborate with civil and structural engineers on substation layout, foundations, and site development
Support facilities, construction and commissioning teams with field engineering, testing, and troubleshooting
Review vendor submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings for technical accuracy
Participate in technical bid evaluations and identify scope gaps
Lead R&D efforts to perform feasibility analysis of using medium voltage DC distribution system for integrating BESS with other sources
Independently manage high voltage design packages from concept through commissioning
Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external consultants to align scope, schedule, and budget
Prepare engineering cost estimates and execution schedules in collaboration with project controls
Lead technical reviews and design optimization workshops
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development
Develop workflows, templates, and standards for high voltage design and simulation
Support strategic initiatives related to grid integration, renewable energy, and energy storage
Desired Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET accredited program
Licensed Professional Engineer in Nevada or eligible for reciprocity. Must get their PE in Nevada and South Carolina within 2 months of start date
Minimum 10 years of experience in high voltage electrical design, preferably in EPC environments
Advanced proficiency in:
Transmission-level load flow and stability using PSSE and PSLF
Electromagnetic Transient Simulations using PSCAD, EMTC or similar
SEL Relay Settings using SEL AcSELerator or equivalent
Relay coordination and fault studies using ASPEN OneLiner or similar
Power system modeling using ETAP, SKM, or similar
AutoCAD, Navisworks, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office
Preferred proficiency in:
Design of HVDC systems and converter station
Strong understanding of protection and control systems, SCADA, and substation automation
Highly motivated, proactive, and detail oriented
Ability to communicate effectively through verbal, written, and visual formats
Field experience in construction and commissioning of high voltage systems is highly preferred
A passion for sustainability and making the world a better place!