Substation Project Engineer

Responsibilities

• Conceptual, preliminary and final detailed design of new, upgraded and expanded substations, including material procurement, construction and commissioning/startup support through energization.
• Engineering responsibilities include the development and delivery of physical, electrical, civil and communication design studies, calculations, drawings, exhibits and specifications.
• Assists the Project Manager in the planning and execution of best-in-class projects, including client and stakeholder coordination, training and mentoring of design staff, project quality assurance, and oversight of design engineers, designers, drafters and support staff.
• Coincides the completion of specialized tasks 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), Transmission & Distribution Engineering, Environmental Planning, Surveying, Lands/Right-of-Way, and Project Management/Controls.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, 6+ years' project and design engineering experience, or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organization and planning skills.
• Able to work in a team environment.
• Commitment to quality and accuracy.
• A willingness to meet fast-paced project schedules.

Qualifications

• A Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of power engineering principles.
• Expertise regarding applicable codes, standards and design tools.
• Basic project management execution skills.
• The ability to oversee and direct design personnel on a project team.
• Experience in utility or merchant power industry is a plus.

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.
• Continued professional education reimbursement.