Job Description

Technical Manager-HV Substations

Lead the delivery of high-impact HV substation engineering that powers the future of energy.

As the Technical Manager-HV Substations, you will serve as Fisher’s senior technical authority for HV substation design and engineering, including transmission interconnections, collector switchyards, POI substations, and generator tie systems for renewable and conventional energy clients.

In this role, you’ll provide leadership across substation physical design, electrical systems, grounding, protection & controls, and system study coordination, ensuring quality, QA/QC, and compliance at every phase. You’ll mentor engineering staff, partner with Project Managers, support proposals, and shape technical standards and best practices across the firm. Projects span 30%, 60%, and IFC design through construction and commissioning, giving you full end-to-end influence on critical infrastructure.

If you’re ready to lead complex HV substation engineering projects, elevate technical teams, and drive grid reliability across renewable and utility-scale energy, apply today and join Fisher Associates.

About Fisher Associates

At Fisher Associates, we are a multidisciplinary design services firm with nine locations nationwide. Our services span civil/site engineering, transportation engineering, electrical engineering, landscape architecture, architecture, planning, environmental services, land surveying, GIS, construction inspection, precast, and construction engineering, each offering opportunities to shape communities and improve lives.

What You’ll Do as a Technical Manager-HV Substations

• Lead HV substation engineering (69 kV–345 kV+) for transmission, interconnection, and utility projects
• Serve as senior technical authority for HV substation design and engineering
• Oversee QA/QC for drawings, calculations, studies, and IFC packages
• Design and review substation layouts, electrical schematics, grounding, conduit routing, lightning protection, and P&C interfaces
• Perform and review power system studies including load flow, short circuit, grounding, protection coordination, arc flash, insulation coordination, voltage drop, and ampacity
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NESC, IEEE, ANSI, NFPA, NERC, utility standards, and permitting requirements
• Interface with utilities and ISOs on interconnection requirements, SCADA/telecom integration, protection philosophies, energization, and commissioning
• Mentor and train engineers and designers, ensuring technical accuracy and quality deliverables
• Support proposal development with scopes, assumptions, and cost estimates
• Support construction and field engineering, including site visits and as-built documentation
• Drive process improvements, standards development, and adoption of new tools and technologies

Requirements

What You Bring, Your Expertise as a Technical Manager-HV Substations

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• 15+ years of substation engineering design experience
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Experience with renewable power plants, EPC projects, and utility-scale infrastructure preferred
• Strong background in renewable interconnection, transmission, and utility coordination
• Expertise in power system studies, including short circuit, load flow, grounding, protection coordination, arc flash, cable sizing/ampacity, trenching/cabling, equipment sizing, and lightning/lighting studies
• Ability to develop and interpret SLDs, 3-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, schematics, and substation layouts
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ETAP, SKM, CYMCAP
• Strong knowledge of IEEE, NESC, NEC, NFPA, ANSI, NERC
• Professional performance standards aligned with Fisher’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values
• Proven ability to deliver quality work through critical thinking, problem-solving, and sound judgment
• Driven to own projects, prioritize effectively, and thrive in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment
• Highly adaptable and proactive in meeting deliverables and deadlines
• Dedicated to fostering trusting relationships through collaboration integrity, respect, and active listening
• Curious, improvement-minded, and always seeking better solutions
• Embrace feedback constructively and use it as an opportunity for growth

Why You’ll Love Working at Fisher

• You are empowered to deliver results through collaboration, trust, and ownership.
• Your voice matters shaping decisions in an inclusive and transparent culture.
• Your growth as a leader is a priority, supported by clear career paths and continuous learning.
• You thrive in a positive culture that celebrates wins and keeps work fun and enjoyable.
• Your leadership journey focuses on developing, coaching, and empowering high-performing teams.
• Your success is supported by a flexible work environment so you can thrive professionally and personally.

What We Offer

Your Impact Matters, Your Career Thrives. Work on engaging projects and experience first-hand the positive changes you create in your own community. Engage in diverse and challenging project opportunities that will help you grow and advance your career. We offer competitive salaries and benefits, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Hybrid Work Schedule
• Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
• Strong Work-life Balance
• Shareholders Program
• Professional Development Opportunities and Reimbursement
• Supplemental Benefits Designed for Total Well-being and Financial Security
• Engage with a variety of employee groups focused on community, inclusion, and employee voice.

Salary Range $130,000-$170,000

Actual compensation may vary based on relevant experience, qualifications/education, and other factors. The salary range is not necessarily reflective of the actual total compensation that may be earned nor promises any specific pay for any specific employee. Salary range excludes monetary value of benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Fisher Associates is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered to thrive. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected status under federal, state, or local law.

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