LEAD ELECTRICAL SUBSTATION ENGINEER (DOQ)

Brownsville Public Utilities Board; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 64,480 - 141,502; Full time

Job summary

A regional utility provider in Brownsville is seeking a Lead Electrical Substation Engineer to manage electrical designs and projects. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering and relevant experience in the utility sector. Responsibilities will include overseeing engineers and delivering technical solutions. The position offers a salary range of $64,480 - $141,502.40, based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited program.
• Experience in electric substation engineering or transmission engineering preferred.
• Valid Texas Driver License required.

Responsibilities

• Create work orders for substation and transmission engineering designs.
• Develop and modify substation design documents.
• Create and seal designs and equipment specifications.

Skills

Knowledge of National Electrical Code

Computer software skills using Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Ability to interpret regulations

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD software applications

Job description

LEAD ELECTRICAL SUBSTATION ENGINEER (DOQ)

Position Title LEAD ELECTRICAL SUBSTATION ENGINEER (DOQ)

Position Number 202504

FLSA Status Exempt

Full Time

Salary $64,480 - $141,502.40 (Depending on Qualifications)

Overview

Under direction, performs engineering work on electrical substation engineering and transmission design, including physical, electrical, protection, and control practices.

Responsibilities

• Electrical Substation Engineer 1 Under the direction of a Professional Engineer (PE), creates work orders for substation and transmission engineering and designs projects. Assist the manager with the review of substation and transmission design documents, including but not limited to one-lines/three-lines, physical layout arrangements, elevation view, control schematics, wiring diagrams, relay panels, conduit layouts, grounding layouts, cable schedules, bill of materials, and specifications. Assists with preparing professional and accurate documents, including but not limited to RFPs, RFQs, and reports; and with the preparation of scopes of work, budgets, and Gantt charts. Assists the manager with coordinating projects with consultants, engineers, and/or contractors; and coordinates and communicates project activities with assigned supervisor. May assist in the inspection of project sites. Completes other job duties as assigned.
• Electrical Substation Engineer 2 (in addition to the duties listed above) Under the direction of a Professional Engineer (PE), develops and/or modifies substation and transmission design documents, including but not limited to one-lines/three-lines, physical layout arrangements, elevation view, control schematics, wiring diagrams, relay panels, conduit layouts, grounding layouts, cable schedules, bill of materials, and specifications. Inspects construction sites for the preparation of progress reports pertaining to adherence to designs, specifications, and schedules.
• Senior Electrical Substation Engineer (in addition to the duties listed above) Creates and seals designs, plans, and equipment specifications for electrical substation and transmission projects. Coordinates procurement process; prepares bid documents, and evaluates bids received; prepares recommendations and presents reports as required for the purchase of materials, equipment, services, and other items associated with design.
• Lead Electrical Substation Engineer (in addition to all duties listed above) Develops and implements technical solutions in collaboration with the appropriate individuals/departments across BPUB in support of the utility’s objectives; prepares root-cause analysis reports and recommends corrective actions to the substation or transmission systems. Identifies key performance indicators for developing reports to summarize project status, including time, quality, and cost metrics. Assist the manager in analyzing and interpreting new regulations and standards that may affect substation and transmission utilities, and provides recommendations for compliance.
• Supervisory Responsibilities This job may include overseeing external contractors, engineering firms, technicians, CAD Drafters, and other staff members. May assume the duties and responsibilities of a higher-level engineering staff in their absence.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of National Electrical Code, National Electrical Safety Code, and applicable governing regulations and codes. Knowledge of computer systems and appropriate software and program applications. Knowledge of methodology and practices of substation construction, equipment, and operations. Knowledge of relay and control functional one-lines, Alternating Current (AC) & Direct Current (DC) elementary drawings, and wiring diagrams. Knowledge of CAD software applications. Knowledge of safety rules and regulations. Professional oral and written communication skills in English. Interpersonal skills to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies. Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations. Computer software skills using Microsoft Office. Ability to interpret regulations and codes. Ability to prepare oral and written reports. Ability to compile and prepare cost estimates. Ability to apply Project Management concepts such as planning, project initiation, execution, and closeout. Ability to lead multi-functional teams to obtain input, address comments, and perform studies. Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with other departments, engineers, consultants, engineering firms, and the general public. Ability to track project schedules and budgets. Ability to work independently on assignments and projects.

Education & Experience Requirements

Electrical Substation Engineer – Lead Electrical Substation Engineer
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field from an Accreditation Board for Engineering & Technology (ABET) accredited university program. Experience in electric substation engineering or transmission engineering in the electric utility industry or a closely related field is preferred.

An appropriate combination of education and experience may substitute for the minimum experience requirements listed below.

Candidates with a related Bachelor’s Degree from a non-ABET accredited program will require an additional two (2) years of progressively responsible, related experience to the listed requirements for each position.

Electrical Substation Engineer 2 Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in the electric substation or transmission utility industry or a closely related field.

Senior Electrical Substation Engineer Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in the electric substation or transmission utility industry.

Lead Electrical Substation Engineer Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in the electric substation or transmission utility industry as a Substation Engineer or related title.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• All Levels Requires a valid Texas Driver License or receipt of a valid Texas Driver’s License within 90 days of relocation to Texas and a safe driving record, as measured by company policy.
• Electrical Substation Engineer 1 Non-ABET accredited program graduates must possess an E.I.T. Certificate.
• Electrical Substation Engineer 2 Must possess a valid Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T) Certification in the State of Texas or the ability to become an E.I.T. in the State of Texas within 12 months of employment.
• Must be eligible to obtain registration for a Professional Engineer license in the State of Texas.
• Senior Electrical Substation Engineer Must be a Professional Engineer licensed in the State of Texas. Professional Engineer license from other jurisdictions providing comity with Texas may be allowed; however, candidate must acquire a Texas Professional Engineer license within 12 months of being placed in this position in order to remain in the position.
• Lead Electrical Substation Engineer (in addition to all requirements listed above) Must possess a Project Management Professional Certification (PMP) or approved equivalent.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to lift, push and/or pull objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Work is performed in a normal office environment with some field exposure to outdoor temperatures or dirt and dust.

Eligibility for Employment

In addition to any and all other qualifications required for employment stated under the Brownsville P.U.B Personnel Policies and Procedures Policy No. 39:

• Prohibit the hiring of any person who is related to BPUB Executive Management within the third degree of Consanguinity or second degree by Affinity; and
• Based on certain prohibitions of the Charter and Statute on nepotism, no person can be hired who shall be related to any member of the Board of Directors or City Commission within the third degree of consanguinity or second degree by affinity.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you currently have a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field?
  • Yes
  • No
• * If your degree is from a Non-ABET accredited university, do you hold an Engineer-in-Training Certificate?
  • N/A, my degree is from an accredited ABET University
  • Yes – my degree is from a Non-ABET accredited university; however, I have an EIT Certificate
  • No
• * Please list the number of years of experience that you have in the electric substation or transmission utility industry or a closely related field.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you hold any of the following Certifications or Licenses in the State of Texas?
  • I have an Engineer In Training (E.I.T) Certification.
  • I have a Professional Engineer License.
  • I have a Project Management Professional Certification (PMP) or approved Equivalent.
  • I have a license or certification listed above but from outside the State of Texas.
  • I do not hold any of the above listed certifications or licenses.
• * Which position would you like to be considered for?
  • Electrical Substation Engineer 1
  • Electrical Substation Engineer 2
  • Senior Electrical Substation Engineer
  • Lead Electrical Substation Engineer
• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • BPUB Website
  • Internal Job Posting
  • Agency Referral
  • Advertisement/Publication/Newspaper
  • Personal Referral (Friend/Relative)
  • Website
  • 3rd Party Website (Indeed/Glassdoor)
  • Social Media (Facebook/LinkedIn/Twitter)