The Substation Engineer works within a multi-discipline team to develop efficient and reliable designs of electrical systems and components for substation facilities. This engineer is accountable for developing substation electrical drawings in accordance with RFQ scope of work, ensuring constructability of design. This individual provides leadership, mentorship, and/or guidance to less experienced engineers within the department. The position is responsible for all phases of designing mid-to-high voltage electrical transmission, switching, and distribution substations (and stations) for the electric utility industry, permitting, and overseeing the construction of capital substation projects. Additionally, the role involves establishing and maintaining substation material and construction standards.
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
5+ years of experience engineering/designing substations
Experience with ETAP, WinIGS, IEEE 88/998
Experience using Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, Bentley MicroStation, and/or Bentley Substation software to develop 2D drawings or 3D models is a plus
EIT Certification preferred (not required)
FE Certified
Deliver accurate designs of high-voltage electrical substation components that meet industry and client standards and applicable codes
Perform quality reviews of electrical engineering work for both peers/sub-contractors on assigned projects
May act as lead Engineer and Engineer of Record for projects
Design substation systems and components, including general arrangement, equipment, and electrical layout, grounding, and bills of material
Prepare construction drawing packages for bids and review incoming submittals for alignment with design and constructability of methods
May manage the development of project proposals, bid preparation, project schedules, etc., for assigned substation projects
Assist project team during construction on electrical substation issues
Travel to client sites/field as necessary
Perform duties associated with all phases of substation design work, including (but not limited to) station siting, site preparation, physical and electrical facilities, electrical design, structural design, foundation design, and permitting, for station voltages through 138kV
Perform team project management duties and participate on project teams responsible for scheduling, cost management, and coordination of all aspects of the project
Prepare and administer construction contracts
Prepare and maintain substation material, design, and construction specifications and standards, incorporating special expertise to address unique local environmental problems
Ensure permitting requirements are met for projects
Demonstrate compliance with applicable NERC standards as they apply to operations. Interface with E&O workgroups to support compliance efforts and assist with training as required by the NERC standards
Maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels to ensure smooth operations, productive communications, and effective understanding during all interpersonal contacts
Provide technical support to other employees and contractors to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the electric system
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