Primary Substation Engineer

Siemens Gas and Power GmbH & Co. KG; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities to work with a global 팀

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Medical benefits

Time off/Paid holidays and parental le

Continual learning through Learn@Siem­

Employee resource groups

Job summary

Siemens Energy in the United States is seeking a Primary Substation Engineer to help shape the future of energy infrastructure. You will develop project design criteria and prepare main one-line diagrams and auxiliary diagrams for substations.

You will create general arrangement drawings, perform cable ampacity calculations, and develop equipment specifications while collaborating with project teams and customers. Travel ~20% locally and internationally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, with a preference for power systems emphasis.
• At least 5 years of experience in primary electrical design for high voltage substations or FACTS.
• Fluent proficiency in English, with strong communication skills.
• Knowledge of ANSI and IEC standards, as well as NEC regulations.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit; Microstation skills are a plus.
• Flexibility to travel locally and internationally, with approximately 20% travel required.

Responsibilities

• Develop project design criteria and prepare main one-line and auxiliary one-line diagrams.
• Create general arrangement, layout, and elevation drawings for substations and switchyards.
• Perform calculations for cable ampacity, grounding, lightning, illumination, and station auxiliary loads.
• Develop equipment specifications and detailed bills of materials for project accuracy.
• Collaborate with marketing and project teams to support project execution and customer meetings.
• Identify potential issues and provide solutions to enhance safety, reliability, and timelines.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (power systems emphasis)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microstation

Job description

"We energize society" by supporting our customers to make the transition to a more sustainable world, based on innovative technologies and our ability to turn ideas into reality. With nearly 100,000 employees around the world, we shape the energy systems of today and tomorrow.

A Snapshot of Your Day

Join our dynamic team as a Primary Substation Engineer, where you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of energy infrastructure. Imagine developing project design criteria and preparing detailed one-line diagrams that serve as the backbone of our substations. You will lead the creation of general arrangement layouts and grounding drawings, ensuring every detail is meticulously crafted. As you perform essential calculations for cable ampacity and station auxiliary loads, you will support innovative designs for proposals and projects. Your expertise will not only enhance our engineering deliverables but also contribute to the success of our projects and customer satisfaction.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• You will develop project design criteria and prepare main one-line and auxiliary one-line diagrams.
• Create general arrangement, layout, and elevation drawings for substations and switchyards.
• Perform critical calculations for cable ampacity, grounding, lightning, illumination, and station auxiliary loads.
• Develop equipment specifications and detailed bills of materials to ensure project accuracy.
• Collaborate with marketing and project teams to support project execution and customer meetings.
• Identify potential issues and provide solutions to enhance safety, reliability, and project timelines.

What You Bring

• A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, with a preference for power systems emphasis.
• At least 5 years of experience in primary electrical design for high voltage substations or FACTS.
• Fluent proficiency in English, with strong communication skills is essential.
• Knowledge of ANSI and IEC standards, as well as NEC regulations.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit; Microstation skills are a plus.
• Flexibility to travel locally and internationally, with approximately 20% travel required.

About the Team

Our Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid! The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With +100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world’s electricity generation. Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation. Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Rewards/Benefits

Here are examples of the rewards and benefits Siemens Energy offers:

• Opportunities to work with a global team
• Opportunities to work on and lead a variety of innovative projects
• Medical benefits
• Time off/Paid holidays and parental leave
• Continual learning through the Learn@Siemens-Energy platform
• Access to a variety of employee resource groups

EqualEmployment Opportunity Statement

Siemens Energy and Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy is an Mandate employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

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