Senior Substation Engineer

The Senior Substation/Grid Connection Engineer will support the overall design and execution of QTS utility infrastructure. This role will support the delivery of utility capacity at each campus for data center substation and utility build projects. This role will interface and collaborate with many critical stakeholders, including but not limited to: energy leaders responsible for utility contracts and negotiations; utility engagement developing relationships with utilities; pre-development leads evaluating new properties; operations leaders managing load growth projections; and development team project leaders planning and building new data centers and substations.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead design life cycle of high voltage substations performed under EPC contracts, including studies, procurements, and development of construction deliverables.
• Provide technical guidance and decisions to support development, design, and installation of high voltage substations.
• Oversee the construction, installation, and commissioning of substation equipment and systems.
• Identify project execution risks and develop associated mitigation plans.
• Lead operational initiatives to improve execution success at program level.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to substation operations.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and contractors to meet project timelines and budgets.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and documentation for substation projects.
• Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Provide technical support and training to junior engineers and field personnel.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• Chartered engineer or equivalent Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) and/or Engineer in Training (EIT) registration.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in substation/grid connection engineering or a related field.
• Proficient in substation design software.
• Strong knowledge of substation equipment, including transformers, circuit breakers, switch gear, and protective relays, overhead lines and cables. This should include 15kV through EHV.
• Familiarity with industry standards and codes (e.g., IEC IEEE, NESC, ANSI, NEC as appropriate).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% to project sites as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Chartered Engineer (or equivalent) preferred.
• 15 Years of experience in substation/Grid connection engineering or a related field.
• Knowledge of electric transmission systems and design.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing situations at a high-growth company.
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and deliver high-quality work in tight timeframes.
• Fluency in English a requirement. Fluency in any of the following languages preferred: Finnish, Spanish, German, Italian.

Total Rewards:

• 25 days annual leave and public holidays.
• 32 paid volunteering hours per year.
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme.
• Employer paid private medical and dental cover for employees and dependants.
• Life assurance.
• Illness financial protection including critical illness cover and income protection.
• Employee referral bonus equivalent to exchange rates of $2,500 at time of award, subject to eligibility.
• This role is bonus eligible.

The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position. Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by QTS in its sole discretion. We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation on TalentAcquisition@QTSDataCenters.com.

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.