Electrical Engineer - Substation (Midwest Region)

Burns & McDonnell; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Electrical Engineer specializing in substations to join their dynamic team. This role involves designing high voltage electrical substations and providing consulting services to enhance the electric grid's reliability and resilience. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in electrical engineering, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively on complex projects. With a focus on innovation and quality, this position offers the chance to significantly impact the future of energy infrastructure while working in a supportive and growth-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred.
• Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Design high voltage electrical substations and prepare engineering documents.
• Coordinate design activities with other departments and clients.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Communication Skills

Analytical Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Electrical Engineer - Substation (Midwest Region)

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Description

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 include the design of high voltage (13kV-500kV) electrical substations. Areas of design and responsibilities include leading and executing:

1. Preparation of proposals and scope development, including conceptual designs and execution plans.
2. Prepare engineering cost and labor estimates and schedules.
3. 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.
4. Protection and control design including panel arrangements, one lines/single lines, three lines, AC schematics, DC elementaries, equipment wiring and relay panel wiring.
5. Preparing calculations and reports for engineering studies (grounding, lightning protection, AC/DC load studies, etc.).
6. Preparing equipment specifications for procurement and/or factory acceptance testing.
7. Coordinating design activities with other departments (Civil/Structural, Networks, Transmission Line, others).
8. Providing guidance and mentoring to less experienced team members.
9. Regularly meeting with and corresponding with clients or outside personnel.
10. Performing quality reviews for other engineers and designers.
11. Providing short term field support during construction.
12. Supporting business development and marketing initiatives.
13. Other areas of involvement may include relay settings, 3D/intelligent design, or industry/professional technical committee involvement.
14. Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 3 years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and 3 years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred.
• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering and 2 years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred required.
• 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, AutoCAD, MicroStation, 2D and 3D rendering programs, analysis tools).
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Engineers in Training (EIT) Certification preferred.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and until filled.

EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Job: Electrical Engineering

Primary Location: US-OH-Akron

Other Locations: US-OH-Columbus

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25% of the Time

Req ID: 250100

Job Hire Type: Experienced #T&D

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Construction