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Substation Engineer

LCRA

Austin, TX · Posted August 3, 2026

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About the job

Here's The Role

Do you have a passion for engineering and love solving complicated problems in a collaborative environment? Whether you're an expert substation engineer or someone eager to grow your skills, consider joining the Substation Engineering group at LCRA! We play a key role in maintaining and advancing LCRA's substation infrastructure, helping ensure reliable electricity and supporting communities across Texas. By contributing your talents, you’ll help us strengthen the power grid, increase asset efficiency and longevity, and make a positive impact on the lives of Texans every day!

How You’ll Contribute

Develop design projects featuring sophisticated elements, applying industry standards and established procedures to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Research and conduct moderately complex engineering studies, using group expertise.

Work collaboratively to establish comprehensive design criteria and standards, drawing upon diverse expertise and viewpoints to ensure robust, innovative solutions.

Recognize, thoroughly investigate, and assess issues. Formulate effective solutions tailored to each problem.

Propose innovative and enhanced practices and procedures to optimize performance and efficiency.

How You’re Qualified

Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas

Driver's license

How You’ll Stand Out

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related field

Experience in substation research and development

Experience in design or maintenance of transmission equipment

Experience with 3D modeling programs

Experience with relevant engineering codes

How We’ll Support You

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Equal Opportunity Employer

LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.

LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org . Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

Develop design projects featuring sophisticated elements, applying industry standards and established procedures to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Research and conduct moderately complex engineering studies, using group expertise.

Work collaboratively to establish comprehensive design criteria and standards, drawing upon diverse expertise and viewpoints to ensure robust, innovative solutions.

Recognize, thoroughly investigate, and assess issues. Formulate effective solutions tailored to each problem.

Propose innovative and enhanced practices and procedures to optimize performance and efficiency.

Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas

Driver's license