Power Substation Area Lead – 2913

Job Summary

Wade Trim is hiring a Power Substation Area Lead in Dallas, Texas. This senior engineering role oversees the planning, design, and execution of power substation projects while ensuring safety, compliance, and performance standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary team delivering substation design, construction, and commissioning.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation plans.
• Coordinate with utilities, contractors, and regulatory agencies to secure permits and approvals.
• Ensure compliance with IEEE, NERC, OSHA, and local codes.
• Perform technical reviews, load studies, and equipment specifications.
• Mentor junior engineers and support professional development programs.
• Drive continuous improvement through Lean and safety initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; PE preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in power substation design, construction, or operations.
• Proven leadership of large, complex projects with budgets > $10M.
• Strong knowledge of transmission and distribution systems, protection schemes, and SCADA.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem‑solving skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: $144,802.39 annually.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, short‑ and long‑term disability.
• 401(k) with company match, performance bonuses, and employee stock program.
• Education reimbursement, professional development, and leadership rotation programs.
• Employee Resource Groups: Young Professionals, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity & Inclusion.

Frequently Asked Questions

What experience is required for the Power Substation Area Lead role?

At least 10 years in power substation design, construction, or operations, with proven leadership of multi‑million‑dollar projects.

What benefits does Wade Trim provide?

Wade Trim offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k) match, performance bonuses, stock program, education reimbursement, and various employee resource groups.

Is a Professional Engineer (PE) license required?

A PE license is preferred but not mandatory; a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering is required.