Electrical Engineer 5 (Substation)

SolveNow Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Electrical Engineer 5 (Substation) in Pittsburgh, PA. The role focuses on designing electricity systems, developing technical documents, and mentoring junior staff. Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and a Professional Engineer license, with at least 7 years of experience in the field. The position offers opportunities for career growth and collaboration on significant projects, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations and the firm's technical standards.

Qualifications

• 7 years of related experience in electrical engineering.
• Expert knowledge of federal, state and local regulations.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Responsibilities

• Create designs for electrical systems and power plans.
• Perform electrical calculations and lighting simulations.
• Develop technical documentation to support knowledge management.
• Conduct site reviews to ensure design compliance.
• Collaborate on proposals for client requests and attend conferences.
• Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance.

Skills

Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD)

Engineering principles of design

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

About the job

Electrical Engineer 5 (Substation) With general direction, creates basic to highly complex designs of electric master system plans, power system, protection and generation models, facility power systems, sustainability/renewable energy systems, and other similar electrical systems. Performs studies of power systems and electrical calculations for electrical systems, lighting simulations, lighting layouts, communications, fire alarm, security and other similar calculations. Develops white papers and technical documentation to support the firm's Technical Knowledge Management (TKM). Performs site reviews and studies, as needed, to ensure designs are aligned with location specifications. Updates design requirements as necessary. Contributes to firm's TKM by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc. Submits technical papers and designs for publishing to technical journals. Collaborates with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposal (RFPs). Reviews draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local and federal regulations and best practices. Meets with current and potential future clients to review their current and future design needs. Attends conferences, symposia, etc. to improve the visibility of the firm's products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff. Performs other duties as required. Provides technical guidance and training to more junior staff. Mentors more junior staff and develops them for future growth within the discipline and firm. May supervise the work of junior engineers on project work.

Responsibilities

• Create basic to highly complex designs of electric master system plans, power system, protection and generation models, facility power systems, sustainability/renewable energy systems, and other similar electrical systems.
• Perform studies of power systems and electrical calculations, including lighting simulations and layouts, communications, fire alarm, security and other similar calculations.
• Develop white papers and technical documentation to support the firm's Technical Knowledge Management (TKM).
• Conduct site reviews and studies to ensure designs are aligned with location specifications; update design requirements as necessary.
• Contribute to firm's TKM by developing white papers and technical design documentation for new or special case designs, studies, etc., and submit technical papers for publishing.
• Collaborate with sales staff to create proposals in response to RFPs; review drafts for adherence to regulations and best practices.
• Meet with current and potential future clients to review design needs; attend conferences to improve visibility of the firm's products and services.
• Provide technical guidance and training to junior staff; mentor and develop them for future growth within the discipline and firm; may supervise the work of junior engineers on project work.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, or Electrical Technology or related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 7 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Responsible for Substation engineering including detailed design for high voltage substation projects through 345kV including: Protective relay schemes, Relay Schematics and wiring diagrams, Equipment specifications and selection, Hardware specifications and selection, including SCADA/RTU components, Knowledge of NESC & NEC, Substation grounding grid design & lightning protection

Skills and Abilities

• Expert Knowledge of computer aided design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices.
• Expert Knowledge of engineer principles of design.
• Expert Knowledge of Microsoft business software (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Expert knowledge of federal, state and local regulations.