Substation Primary Engineer (HV Substations)

Location: Raleigh, North Carolina, United States; hybrid remote/office

Company

hirify.global develops energy infrastructure and grid technology, including HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high-voltage switchgear and transformers, and digital grid technology.

What you will do

• Develop project design criteria and prepare main and auxiliary one-line diagrams.
• Create general arrangement, layout, and elevation drawings for substations and switchyards.
• Perform calculations for cable ampacity, grounding, lightning, illumination, and station auxiliary loads.
• Develop equipment specifications and detailed bills of materials.
• Collaborate with marketing and project teams on project execution and customer meetings.
• Identify design issues and provide solutions that improve safety, reliability, and project timelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering; a power systems emphasis is preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in primary electrical design for high-voltage substations or FACTS.
• Fluent English proficiency and strong communication skills.
• Knowledge of ANSI and IEC standards and NEC regulations.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit.
• Flexibility to travel locally and internationally, with approximately 20% travel required.

Nice to have

• MicroStation skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Work with a global team on innovative energy and grid technology projects.
• Hybrid and flexible work options.
• Medical benefits, paid holidays, and parental leave.
• Continual learning through the Learn@Siemens-Energy platform.
• Access to employee resource groups.