Substation Engineer 3

Job Duties

• Design and perform QA/QC reviews for substation and protection and control systems up to 500kV.
• Develop and revise engineering drawings, including:
• One-line diagrams
• Schematics and wiring diagrams
• Grounding plans
• Physical arrangement drawings
• Control and relay panel layouts
• Equipment interconnection drawings
• Necessary calculations to support engineering drawings and design (e.g. grounding, lightning/shielding, voltage drop etc.).
• Integrate protection and control systems with substation physical layouts and electrical equipment.
• Develop control and relay panel specifications, bill of materials, and project criteria documents.
• Design and size auxiliary systems, including:
• AC and DC systems
• Batteries and chargers
• Backup generators
• Conduit and cable systems
• Perform point-to-point checks and coordinate system integration activities.
• Review engineering deliverables prepared by junior staff to ensure compliance with client standards and design requirements.
• Develop or facilitate designs for greenfield and brownfield sites associated with electric utility and power generation projects.
• Perform engineering studies, feasibility assessments, site evaluations related to energy infrastructure projects or program initiatives.
• Facilitate discussions and coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams, including civil, structural, electrical, environmental, geotechnical, and permitting professionals to deliver complex energy infrastructure projects on schedule and within budget.
• Collaborate with utility, independent power producers (IPP), industrial, and energy sector clients to understand project goals, technical requirements & constraints, and regulatory compliance.
• Utilize latest design software to prepare detailed engineering designs, plans, and construction documents.
• Able to evaluate designs that comply with client standards & NESC, industry best practices, environmental regulations, and safety requirements.
• Manage multiple projects and execute projects with minimal guidance while serving as a technical resource for project teams.
• Responsible for project execution, quality control, schedule management, and client satisfaction.
• Support business development efforts such as project pursuits, proposal development, scope definition, and client relationship management efforts.
• Support other project staff to participate in site visits, field investigations, construction support activities, and project meetings as required.
• Demonstrate strong collaboration, communication, technical leadership, and problem-solving skills with utility clients.
• Adhere to the safety programs and procedures of GAI and our clients safety requirements and help develop job site visit safety plans.
• Travel to project sites, client offices, and other GAI offices as needed (occasional local/regional travel expected, approximately 10%–20% of the time).

Preferred Experience

• Experience performing in multidisciplinary teams in the utility, energy, industrial, and power generation clients from inception to completion.
• Familiarity with SRP, APS, and TEP engineering standards, permitting requirements, and design practices, with experience delivering utility infrastructure projects within Arizona.
• Strong proficiency in engineering design software.

Technical Responsibilities

• Develops and reviews complete project documents for conformity and quality assurance.
• Keeps informed of updates to standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Analyzes complex engineering projects to determine design requirements, uncertainties, and constraints.

Project and Task Management

• Assigns tasks to other technical and non-technical staff.
• Predominantly plans and coordinates detailed aspects of the engineering work.
• Prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
• Assists with proposals to provide professional services or obtain funding for engineering projects or projects.

Management Responsibility

• Receives supervision and guidance relating to overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters.
• Receives direction on unusual conditions and developments.
• Mentors’ direct reports and other engineers.

Communication Skills

• Possesses advanced oral and written communication skills, including interpretation of complex technical and contractual language.
• Considers the needs of diverse project stakeholders.
• Led project meetings and represents the organization in communications pertaining to broad aspects of engineering assignments.
• Analyzes and selects principles of formal communication, effective teamwork, and various pathways to developing leadership.

Why GAI?

• Competitive Pay & Recognition
• Market based, competitive compensation
• Performance driven recognition and development bonuses
• Comprehensive Health & Wellness
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Company paid short-term and long-term disability
• Company paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
• Meaningful Work–Life Balance
• Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
• An additional floating holiday—use it for what matters to you
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Growth, Learning & Financial Security
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Support and rewards for professional development and certifications