Substation Design Engineer

About the role

Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) is seeking substation design engineers in various locations across the U.S. Responsibilities include conceptual, preliminary, and final detailed design of new, upgraded, and expanded substations, material procurement, construction, and commissioning/startup support through energization. Design engineers assist in executing best-in-class projects, coordinate, manage quality control, and oversee designers, drafters, and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Conceptual, preliminary, and final detailed design of new, upgraded, and expanded substations
• Material procurement, construction, and commissioning/startup support through energization
• Development and delivery of physical, electrical, civil, and communication design studies, calculations, drawings, exhibits, and specifications
• Coordination, quality control, and oversight of designers, drafters, and support staff
• Specialized tasks coordinated with ECI's subject matter expert discipline groups such as Distribution Studies, Transmission Studies, Grounding Studies, Protection (relay coordination and settings), Civil Engineering, Communication (SCADA Integration), and Transmission & Distribution Engineering

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering required
• Design engineering experience is a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organization and planning skills
• Able to work in a team environment
• Commitment to quality and accuracy
• Willingness to meet fast-paced project schedules
• Commitment to progress towards PE licensure encouraged
• Fundamental knowledge of power engineering principles and applicable codes and standards

Qualifications

• Ability to pass client-mandated drug and background checks
• Occasional travel/driving required
• Subject to ECI's auto insurance carrier requirements

Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities
• Attention to detail
• Project management experience

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k), profit sharing, and employee stock ownership plan
• Paid vacation, personal days, and holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Continued professional education reimbursement

Pay

Salary commensurate with experience and education.

Schedule

Full-time positions available.