About Ameren Transmission

Ameren Transmission is dedicated to planning, constructing and safely operating over 8,000 transmission miles across a variety of energy markets. We explore opportunities and develop projects that will enhance reliability, improve system performance and increase access to more diverse generation sources for customers across the country.

Our benefits include:

Medical coverage on date of hire

100% employer paid cash balance pension plan

401(k) with company match fully vested on date of hire

Minimum of 15 days paid vacation and 12 paid holidays

Paid parental leave and family caregiver leave

Visit our Benefits & Perks Page for more information on benefits provided to regular full-time employees. ​

About The Position

The Substation Design Engineer is responsible for engineering design, project management and technical support for projects relating to new and existing Transmission Substations. 

Key responsibilities include:

Develop engineering solutions, cost estimates, schedules and preliminary designs associated with initial development and budgeting of substation projects.Perform detailed design, writing and evaluating material and construction specifications.Work with Drafting to direct drawing preparation.Perform cost/benefit analysis.Responsible for overall project cost and scheduling; coordinate activities related to real estate, purchasing, drafting, construction, operating and related engineering groups associated with projects.Provide consulting services to other groups in matters relating to substations and also substation standards development.Work closely with engineering firms contracted to perform Ameren Transmission substation design services

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university required.  Power option preferred.  Master of Science Degree preferred.  Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification preferred. Professional Engineer (P.E.) License or commitment to actively pursue one in Illinois and/or Missouri required. New graduates will be considered. Candidates with prior experience with substations or related equipment, design, substation operation or maintenance or relay experience strongly preferred. Project management or large project engineering experience is preferred.

In addition to the above qualifications, the successful candidate will demonstrate:

Good analytical, project management, communications and human relations skills required.  Ability to lead and/or work effectively as part of a team.  Must be adaptable, flexible and able to handle multiple, concurrent work assignments.

Additional Information

Ameren’s selection process includes a series of interviews and may include candidate testing and/or an individual aptitude or skill-based assessment.  Specific details will be provided to qualified candidates.

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Compensation Range:

$67,700.00 - $163,900.00

* This pay range encompasses multiple levels of the role. Career level and compensation depends upon applicant’s credentials.

At Ameren, base salary is one component of a competitive compensation package for employees. Our pay ranges are broad to allow for movement within our organization and to accommodate different skill sets and levels of expertise. We take into consideration a variety of factors including, but not limited to, skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, and internal equity when determining the base salary offered. Roles are eligible for additional rewards including annual incentive payments based on individual and company performance.

If end date is listed, the posting will come down at 12:00 am on that date:

Friday May 16, 2025

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, military service or status, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other class, trait, or status protected by law.