Electrical Engineer - Substation

ESPO; Wallingford; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A global EPC Firm is hiring an Electrical Engineer - Substation for a full-time opportunity in Wallingford. The role involves engineering and consulting services, focusing on protective designs and substation layouts. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Electrical Engineering and experience, with proficiency in AutoCAD and strong communication skills. Competitive benefits are offered, including PTO and health insurance.

Benefits

PTO

Group Health and Dental Insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• 3 years of electrical engineering experience in consulting preferred.
• Strong knowledge in engineering techniques and procedures.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically.

Responsibilities

• Prepare proposals and scope development.
• Complete physical and protection/control design.
• Coordinate with other departments.

Skills

Engineering techniques

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Electrical Engineer - Substation

Location: Wallingford, CT. or Newton, MA. Or Conshohocken, PA. or Morristown, NJ.

Job type: Direct Full-Time / Permanent hire

Our global EPC Firm client is hiring an Electrical Engineer - Substation for a full‑time opportunity in Wallingford, CT. The Electrical Engineer is responsible for substation engineering and consulting services for clients across the US and internationally. Main responsibilities include creating electrical protection & control and/or physical layout design deliverables. Projects range in size, complexity, and voltage class from small distribution facility upgrades to large transmission projects. This position can influence the future of the resiliency, reliability, and economic operation of the electric grid.

Principal Responsibilities

• Preparation of proposals and scope development, including conceptual designs and execution plans.
• Prepare engineering cost and labor estimates and schedules.
• Physical substation design including yard layouts, plans, sections and details, grounding, lightning protection, control building arrangements, interior and exterior raceways, auxiliary AC/DC power systems, and associated bills of material.
• Protection and control design including panel arrangements, one lines/single lines, three lines, AC schematics, DC elementaries, equipment wiring and relay panel wiring.
• Preparing calculations and reports for engineering studies. (grounding, lightning protection, AC/DC load studies, etc.)
• Preparing equipment specifications for procurement and/or factory acceptance testing.
• Coordinating design activities with other departments. (Civil/Structural, Networks, Transmission Line, others.)
• Providing guidance and mentoring to less experienced team members.
• Regularly meeting with and corresponding with clients or outside personnel.
• Performing quality reviews for other engineers and designers.
• Providing short term field support during construction.
• Supporting business development and marketing initiatives.
• Other areas of involvement may include relay settings, 3D/intelligent design, or industry/professional technical committee involvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related degree from an ABET‑accredited program and 3 years of electrical engineering experience - Consulting experience preferred.
  • Or a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or related Engineering Technology from an ABET‑accredited program and successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and 3 years of electrical engineering experience required. Consulting experience preferred.
  • Or a Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering and 2 years of electrical engineering experience required. Consulting experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem‑solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)
• Strong computer skills include AutoCAD, MicroStation, 2D and 3D rendering programs and other analysis programs.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem‑solving skills.
• Engineers in Training‑EIT Certification preferred

Benefits

ESPO offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes PTO, Group Health and Dental Insurance, and 401(k) after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please get in touch with us directly.