Lead Substation Engineer
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LocationSantiago de Querétaro, Querétaro, Mexico
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Experience8+ yrs
DepartmentEngineering
Company size17+ people
PostedSep 21, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live2d ago
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Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline
8+ years of experience in high voltage substation design (utility, EPC, or consulting environment)
Familiarity with industry standards such as IEEE, NESC, and utility specific requirements
Experience leading engineering teams or serving as a technical lead
Proficiency with substation design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation, CDEGS, or equivalent)
Strong communication and coordination skills
Must possess advanced-level English skills, including strong verbal and written communication
Skills
AutoCAD
MicroStation
CDEGS
Benefits
Vacation days
Christmas bonus
Vacation bonus
Savings fund
Food vouchers
Social security
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Training and development
Wellness resources
About the company
Kiewit Mexico is a company dedicated to providing engineering, procurement, and construction management services. Kiewit Mexico is a subsidiary of one of the largest and most respected engineering and construction organizations in North America. Kiewit Mexico offers construction management and engineering services in a variety of markets, including energy, oil, gas, chemicals, terminals, marine works, and mining.
Responsibilities
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Lead the engineering and design of greenfield and brownfield substations, including equipment layout, bus configurations, grounding, lightning protection, and control building arrangements.
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Oversee development of key design documents such as:
1.
One line and three line diagrams
2.
General arrangement drawings
3.
Equipment specifications and bills of material
4.
Grounding and lightning protection studies
5.
Conduct, cable, and raceway plans
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Protection & control schematics and wiring diagrams.
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Coordinate with civil, structural, transmission, and protection teams to ensure integrated designs.
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Review and approve engineering deliverables for accuracy and project standard compliance.
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Support project planning and scheduling.
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Provide technical guidance during engineering development.
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Identify project risks and work with project managers and discipline leads to development mitigation strategies.
Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline.
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8+ years of experience in high voltage substation design (utility, EPC, or consulting environment).
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Familiarity with industry standards such as IEEE, NESC, and utility specific requirements.
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Experience leading engineering teams or serving as a technical lead.
•
Proficiency with substation design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation, CDEGS, or equivalent).
•
Strong communication and coordination skills.
•
Must possess advanced-level English skills, including strong verbal and written communication.
Benefits
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Vacation days, Christmas bonus, and vacation bonus above the law standard
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Savings fund
•
Food vouchers
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Social security
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Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
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Life Insurance
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Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
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Training & development
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Wellness Resources (Medical appointments at a preferential price and discounts in drugstores and stores)