Entry-Level Substation Designer – Hybrid

Gannett Fleming, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) savings plan

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Incentive compensation

Job summary

GFT in Charlotte, NC is seeking an Entry Level Substation Engineer to join our power group. This role follows a hybrid work model with three onsite days per week and focuses on learning the design of substations from 69kV up to 500kV.

You will assist in developing substation layouts, one-line diagrams, grounding, raceway details, DC/AC power systems, and related equipment specifications under the guidance of senior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related area from an ABET accredited program.
• 0 to 2 years of experience in design, engineering and project management within power and utility industry.
• Demonstrated interest in electrical engineering and substation or power design through applied course, prior internship, or work experience.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development of Substation layout drawings including, plan and elevations, yard layouts, grounding, grounding details, raceway, raceway details, control building layouts, cable lists, and material lists on new and existing substations.
• Help develop Substation one lines, three lines, Aux AC Power Systems, DC Power Systems, DC Schematics, SCADA and Communications Systems, Relay Panel Layouts, Equipment Wiring, and Cable Schedules for new and existing substations.
• Prepare calculations and report results to clients.
• Assist in the preparation of equipment specifications, for substation equipment, components, and construction.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Substation design

Project management

Communication skills

Education

ABET-accredited program

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Electrical design software

Job description

GFT in Charlotte, NC is seeking an Entry Level Substation Engineer to join our power group. This role follows a hybrid work model with three onsite days per week and focuses on learning the design of substations from 69kV up to 500kV.

You will assist in developing substation layouts, one-line diagrams, grounding, raceway details, DC/AC power systems, and related equipment specifications under the guidance of senior staff.