Lead Substation Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a Lead Substation Engineer to join our team in Augusta, ME or Rochester, NY office.

Responsibilities

• Work within a multi-discipline team to develop and/or review efficient and reliable electrical design packages for medium and high voltage substations.
• Lead Substation Physical Electrical design to develop and/or review site and equipment layouts, elevations, buswork, ground grids, lightning shielding, material lists, etc.
• Perform design studies and demonstrate a good working knowledge of physical electrical substation design.
• Clock in design activities to maintain project schedules, budget, quality requirements to ensure successful project completion.
• Absorb in site visits and station walkdowns, estimating, and attending project meetings.
• Accountable to provide design activities in accordance with applicable codes and standards, including AtkinsRéalis' policies and procedures, such as Safety, Environmental, Quality Assurance and Quality Control.
• Select equipment and material and preparation of specifications for material, equipment, and construction work.
• Deliver accurate and thorough electrical designs that will meet industry standards and specifications, and meet prudent engineering practices.
• Review internal and external designs for code compliance, good design practice and constructability.
• Clock in design activities with other multi-discipline project team members.
• Provide construction support including resolving site queries, attending site meetings and performing site inspections during the construction phase of projects.
• Maintain complete project documentation with respect to engineering studies and calculations, all design packages, as-built requirements and return data information.
• Maintain good working relationship with internal groups that support projects such as other engineering disciplines, Drafting, Project Management etc.
• Mentor and provide guidance to developing engineers within the department.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience focused on the development of substation engineering for Senior/Lead positions.
• A Professional Engineer (PE) registration preferred for all positions, required for Senior positions.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Prior utility consulting experience is a plus.
• Strong client focus and customer service.
• A high level of interpersonal communication skills, including a strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of applicable industry standards including the National Electric Code (NEC), National Electric Safety Code (NESC), and IEEE.
• Ability to perform independently and in a team environment and provide project ownership.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Skills

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Experience with project management tools and software.
• Good understanding of electrical engineering principles and practices.

Benefits

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits.

Pay

Expected compensation range is between $94,000 - $136,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Schedule

Full time.