Lead Substation Engineer - Kiewit Power Delivery

Kiewit; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 108,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading engineering and construction solutions provider as a Lead Substation Engineer, where your expertise in electrical engineering will drive impactful projects across North America. This role offers the chance to work on high voltage transmission and distribution systems, providing you with the opportunity to lead and innovate within a rapidly growing sector. You'll be part of a culture that prioritizes safety and development, allowing you to enhance your skills while making a positive difference in communities. If you're looking for a rewarding career that challenges you and allows you to contribute to essential infrastructure, this position is for you.

Benefits

Top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans

Voluntary wellness programs

Employee assistance programs

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• 7+ years of engineering experience with a focus on substation projects.
• B.S. in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee engineering tasks on substation projects.
• Develop specifications for substation equipment procurement and testing.

Skills

Project Coordination

Engineering Oversight

Electrical Engineering Standards

Communication Skills

Engineering Application Software

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Engineering Application Software

Job description

Lead Substation Engineer - Kiewit Power Delivery

Location: Raleigh, NC, US

Requisition ID: 174459

Job Level: Senior Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Engineering

Market: Power

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit Power Delivery is a full-service engineering and construction solutions provider operating across North America. Our experience and expertise span all aspects of the transmission and distribution market from high voltage overhead and underground transmission to distribution and automation design and construction capabilities. We operate in the electric utility, renewable energy, industrial, and oil, gas markets.

Our rapidly growing power delivery business has opened new locations across North America to strengthen our market presence while executing work within the communities that we live. We are committed to building upon our history as one of the safest companies to work for by equipping our craft with the best tooling and safety programs available.

On our team, you’ll have the opportunity to see more, touch more, and do more than you ever imagined. Kiewit’s culture encourages training, developing your skills, and tailoring your experience and knowledge to allow you to take on projects that impact millions across North America.

Location

This position is based out of Raleigh, NC.

Responsibilities

1. Provide overall project coordination and engineering oversight on assigned substation projects.
2. Specification development for the procurement, installation and testing of substation equipment.
3. Apply engineering application software to complete engineering tasks such as ground grid design, equipment sizing, relay coordination, and electrical studies.
4. Communicate and coordinate project activities with project manager, customer representatives, and other stakeholders.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited university.
2. At least seven years’ experience performing engineering related duties.
3. Knowledge of engineering standards including NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEEE and ANSI.
4. Professional Engineer (PE) certification.
5. Legally able to work within the United States for any length of time.
6. Strong written and verbal communication skills; fluent in English language.

Other Requirements

1. Regular, reliable attendance.
2. Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
3. Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
4. Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
5. Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Base Compensation: $108,164-$165,786 (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people’s lives for generations to come.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.