Electrical Substation Design Engineer I

Getenergyjobs; City of Albany (NY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CoVolt Power in Albany, NY seeks an Engineer 1 - Electrical to design LV, HV and EHV power systems for substations and support transmission and distribution projects. You will collaborate with engineers and drafters to deliver detailed electrical and physical designs and provide construction support.

The role requires an Associate degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, with a BS preferred, and experience with AutoCAD. NEC/IEEE standards knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering required.
• BS in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Power preferred.
• Courses in power systems analysis and electrical machinery.
• Knowledge of NEC, ANSI, NEMA, IEEE standards.

Responsibilities

• Design LV/HV/EHV electrical power systems for substations.
• Develop single-line switching and protection diagrams.
• Create bill of materials and conduit schedules.
• Review substation drawings and calculations for compliance.
• Provide engineering support and coordinate with designers/drafters.
• Assist in developing less experienced engineers.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Engineering principles

Education

Associate of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Power Engineering

Power systems analysis / electrical machinery coursework

Knowledge of NEC, ANSI, NEMA, IEEE standards

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

CoVolt Power in Albany, NY seeks an Engineer 1 - Electrical to design LV, HV and EHV power systems for substations and support transmission and distribution projects. You will collaborate with engineers and drafters to deliver detailed electrical and physical designs and provide construction support.

The role requires an Associate degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, with a BS preferred, and experience with AutoCAD. NEC/IEEE standards knowledge is essential.