Electrical Engineer IV - Substation

Rrc-Power-and-Energ; Round Rock (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

Health, dental, vision insurance

401k matching

Tuition reimbursement

RRSP matching (Canada) / 401k matching

Job summary

RRC is seeking an Electrical Engineer IV - Substation to lead design and review of substation projects across the U.S. and Canada.

You will develop layouts, grounding, conductor sizing, and equipment ratings while coordinating across engineering, design and project management teams. The role requires strong knowledge of IEEE, NEC, NESC, ANSI standards, experience mentoring junior staff and interfacing with clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Engineering, or related field; PE preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in power delivery (transmission and distribution) for utilities, renewables or industrial.
• Experience leading substation design projects and mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and review of deliverables: layout, grounding, bus configurations, schedules, and general arrangement drawings.
• Perform calculations: grounding, cable sizing, voltage drop, fault current, equipment ratings.
• Coordinate across multidisciplinary teams and interface with clients to resolve issues and present solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Grounding analysis

Cable sizing

Voltage drop calculations

Equipment ratings

Client interfacing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

ETAP

CYME

SKM

PSCAD

Job description

RRC is seeking a talented Electrical Engineer IV - Substation to help us build the future of both U.S. and Canada energy production from both remote work locations and any one of our U.S. or Canadian office locations. RRC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm that specializes in energy projects, particularly renewable energy, throughout the United States. Founded in 2007, RRC provides a culture where employees are valued while contributing to meaningful projects. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the evolving energy production landscape.RRC CORE VALUESMust understand and personify RRC’s core values:Client Satisfaction – understands the goal of always exceeding our client’s expectationsEmployee Happiness – able to work well with others, communicate clearly with coworkers, promote a positive work environment, and mediate conflicts between team membersQuality Work - able to take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload, and deliver quality results on time while working on multiple projects simultaneouslyAbove and Beyond - versatile, flexible, able to anticipate the needs of the company, take the initiative, and willing to go out of your way to assist othersESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESLead the development and review of deliverables including equipment layouts, grounding systems, bus configurations, conduct and cable schedules, and general arrangement drawingsPerform and oversee engineering calculations (grounding analysis, cable sizing, voltage drop, fault current, and equipment ratings)Lead equipment selection, specification development, and vendor drawing reviewsPrepare, review, and approve design packages and technical documentationCoordinate across multidisciplinary teams including engineering, design, and project managementPerform and oversee quality control reviews to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance of deliverablesManage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budgetEnsure all designs comply with applicable industry codes and standards (IEEE, NEC, NESC, ANSI)Interface directly with clients to support project development, resolve technical issues, and present engineering solutionsSupport proposal development, scope definition, and project planning effortsConduct site visits, field inspections, and provide construction support as neededMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Engineering, or related fieldMaster’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Engineering, or related field preferredProfessional Engineer (PE) license required8+ years of experience in power delivery (transmission and distribution systems for utilities or industrial), renewable energy, or power generationDemonstrated experience leading substation design projects and mentoring junior staffProficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, and electrical analysis software (ETAP, CYME, SKM, PSCAD)Strong knowledge of industry codes and standards (IEEE, NESC, NEC, ANSI)Proven leadership, project management, and decision-making skillsStrong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilitiesExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with client-facing experienceExcellent computer skills; proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook with advanced MS Office skillsExperience with PVcase, PVCAD a plusKnowledge of renewable energy industry relating to utility scale wind and solar projects, such as MV power systems and AC/DC distribution system a plusExperience with Battery Energy Storage Systems a plusManufacturer experience of power transformer, circuit breaker, AIS/GIS switchgear, AC/DC inverter, etc.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentBENEFITSRRC is committed to investing in talented employees because we recognize that healthy, happy employees provide the best path to sustaining a successful business. RRC offers competitive salaries and benefits for full-time employees, including:Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance.Health, dental, and vision insurance401k matchingBonus eligibilityTuition reimbursement for certain pre-approved education pursuitsRRSP matching (Canada), 401k matching (US)RRC thanks you for your interest in joining RRC. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.Visit our website www.RRCcompanies.com for more information.No recruiters or staffing firms please.In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.RRC Companies is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and assessment process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources or the recruitment contact listed in this posting.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.