Substation Engineer

Position Overview

The Select Group is seeking a Substation Engineer for a project in downtown Houston. The initial 4-6 months of the role will be fully on-site. After that, the role will transition to a hybrid schedule (3 days on-site, 2 days remote).

Must Have Skills

• 2+ years of relevant substation engineering, electric utility experience, power generation, or related experience
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering OR Engineering Technology (minimum of 4+ years experience if Engineering Technology)

Nice to Have Skills

• SAP experience
• MicroStation
• Professional Engineer (PE) designation

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Engineer will review physical design electrical drawings, plan and profile drawings, grounding, conduit, foundation, and vendor drawings as necessary to facilitate the design and construction of substation facilities.

Develop, review, and analyze basic one lines, relay and metering one lines, AC & DC schematics, SCADA diagrams, interconnection diagrams, and schematics as necessary to facilitate the design and construction of substation facilities.

Manages basic, standard, or complex engineering projects and studies, ensuring completion by established timeline and at a reasonable cost.

Prepares engineering and construction packages, including maps, material bills, drawings and work orders.

Communicates with contract engineering firms regarding design compliance to CenterPoint Energy's standards and philosophy.

Interfaces with inspectors, engineers, construction personnel, warehousing personnel, purchasing agents, vendors and management regarding materials and standards development, procurement, and packaging issues.

Supports the construction, operation, and maintenance of substation infrastructure through effective communication with field personnel and contractors.

Prepares and coordinates the ordering and fabrication of standard and non-standard project material.

Attends kickoff meetings and other site visits to support project work and constructability issues.

Prepares and reviews work orders and project bill of material documentation to ensure proper material is ordered in a timely manner.

Resolves problems during engineering or construction projects to develop sound solutions based on engineering best practices.

Performs accurate engineering design calculations and analysis with minimal supervision.

Develops design options or recommendations for structures, systems and components.

Reviews and evaluates existing and new technology, engineering methods and operating philosophies for potential system improvement.

Performs field inspections before, during and after construction.

Able to manage time effectively, handle multiple tasks and priorities, operate under general direction, develop own work methods as required yet follow standard procedures and determine when management is to be consulted on unusual situations.

Able to use CAD equipment and software programs to provide project documentation.

Able to use SAP, GIS, and Microstation for technical engineering applications.

Able to make informed decisions, follow procedures and comply with policies based on the knowledge of the work and the services provided by CenterPoint Energy.

Able to understand and follow electric safety principals and work safely around energized equipment and environments where CNP facilities are located.

Able to complete assigned Emergency Operation Plan responsibility.

Able to demonstrate commitment to compliance with applicable laws and regulations, the Company’s Ethics and Compliance Code of Conduct, and other Company policies and procedures and do so consistently, take all required training courses and do so timely.

Able to work and participate successfully in a team environment to accomplish assignments.

Able to work well with both technical and non-technical personnel to gather and exchange information, resolve issues, plan activities, and meet or exceed objectives.

Able to communicate effectively, in oral and written form, with co-workers, customers, vendors and the community.

Interprets and applies applicable codes and standards (i.e. National Electric Safety Code, National Electric Code, etc.).

Able to provide and maintain a valid state driver's license and safe driving record.

Able to comply with all company driver safety policy requirements.

Company Information

TSG is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.