Substation Control Design Engineer /4P107 in Birmingham

Energy Jobline ZR; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy jobboard is seeking a Substation Design Engineer to support the design and development of substation projects. The role involves creating engineering specifications, ensuring safety and quality standards, and collaborating with various teams. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in engineering and a strong understanding of control design tools. This position requires approximately 25% travel and offers an opportunity for growth within the field.

Qualifications

• 0-5 years of related experience.
• Professional engineer license is a plus.
• Basic understanding of substation design practices.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the design of substation projects.
• Provide engineering drawings and specifications.
• Create a safe work environment.
• Estimate materials for transmission projects.

Skills

Introductory engineering knowledge

Basic problem-solving skills

Ability to make independent decisions

Understanding of Control Design tools

Strong work ethic

Positive attitude

Ability to build relationships

Education

Accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

TEAMS

Stomps

SCST Vault

Maximo

Job description

Job Description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Experience

• 0-5 years of related experience.
• Accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering (electrical engineering) or professional engineer license.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the design of Southern Company’s Transmission and Distribution Substations.
• Provide engineering drawings, specifications, and material requirements for substation projects, ensuring a focus on safety, quality, scheduling, and cost control.
• Create a safe work environment by prioritizing safety in all activities.
• Understand processes involved in substation control planning, design, operation, construction, and maintenance.
• Understand the functions and activities of various internal departments involved in substation design, construction, and maintenance.
• Familiarity with substation design practices and work processes.
• Utilize all software applications related to substation design.
• Understand and apply NESC and Southern Company design standards.
• Support the development of design standards and criteria for the system.
• Provide support to construction and maintenance teams during daily operations and emergency restoration of failed equipment.
• Estimate materials for transmission projects.
• Prepare and transmit construction packages, supporting specifications.

Skills and Expertise Required

• Introductory engineering knowledge and basic problem-solving skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions based on procedure, with review from the supervisor.
• Basic understanding of Control Design tools and applications, such as AutoCAD Electrical, TEAMS, Stomps, SCST Vault, and Maximo.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Ability to build effective relationships with plant staff, design engineering staff, and vendors.

Additional Requirements

• Approximately 25% travel required.

This position is responsible for supporting the design and development of substation projects, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and scheduling standards while learning and growing within the field of substation control engineering.

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