Experienced Substation Physical Engineer - Remote

Ampirical; St. Louis (MO); Remote; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Experienced Substation Engineer, where your expertise in electrical systems will drive innovation in the power grid sector. This role offers the opportunity to work remotely while collaborating with a multi-discipline team to design efficient substation facilities. With a focus on delivering high-quality electrical designs, you'll ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications. Enjoy competitive compensation and a robust benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, along with opportunities for career advancement. This is more than just a job; it's a chance to make a significant impact in the energy industry.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Flexible work schedule

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Pet Insurance

Fertility Benefits

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in engineering/designing substations.
• EIT Certification preferred; FE Certified required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate designs of high voltage electrical substation components.
• Prepare construction drawing packages for bids and review submittals.

Skills

Substation Engineering

Electrical Systems Design

Quality Review

Project Management

Client Site Travel

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

WinIGS

Autodesk AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

Bentley MicroStation

Bentley Substation

Job description

Experienced Substation Physical Engineer - Remote

We’d love to have you join our team as an Experienced Substation Engineer as a remote employee.

Company Overview:

Ampirical has been committed to improving and strengthening the power grid since the company’s inception. Just as an ampere is the base unit for electric current, Ampirical takes pride in being on the leading edge of innovation and technology, allowing our industry to flow forward in a positive direction.

Working at Ampirical is a career, not just a job.

Division Overview:

Ampirical’s Substation Engineering Division has recognized national expertise in the planning and design of new substations and high voltage electrical substations and switchyards.

Job Summary:

The Substation Engineer works within a multi-discipline team to develop efficient and reliable design of electrical systems and components for Substation Facilities. This Engineer is accountable for developing substation electrical drawings in accordance with RFQ scope of work, ensuring constructability of design.

What we Offer:

The salary range for this position is starting at $100,000-$150,000 depending on relevant experience, education, and qualifications.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision effective your 1st day of employment
• 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting)
• 120 hours (about 15 days) of paid time off (PTO)
• 10 paid holiday days
• Flexible work schedule (every other Friday off)
• Opportunity for advancement and career growth
• Employer-sponsored Life Insurance, short-term and long-term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• Pet Insurance
• Fertility Benefits

Who You Are:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university
• 4+ years of experience engineering/designing substations within the Utilities or Energy industry
• Experience with ETAP, WinIGS, IEEE 88/998
• Experience using Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, Bentley MicroStation and/or Bentley Substation software to develop 2D drawings or 3D models are a plus.
• EIT Certification preferred
• FE Certified
• PE Certification preferred

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Deliver accurate designs of high voltage electrical substation components that meet industry and client standards and applicable codes.
• Perform quality reviews of electrical engineering work for both peers/sub-contractors on assigned projects.
• May act as lead Engineer and Engineer of Record for projects.
• Design substation systems and components to include general arrangement, equipment, and electrical layout, grounding, bills of material, etc.
• Prepare construction drawing packages for bids and review incoming submittals for alignment with design and constructability of methods.
• May manage the development of project proposals, bid preparation, project schedules, etc. for assigned Substation projects.
• Assist project team during construction on electrical substation issues.
• Travel to client sites/field as necessary

Ampirical is an Equal Opportunity Employer, meaning we do not discriminate based on the following characteristics in our hiring and employment practices.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Utilities