Sr. Substation Engineer

Gannett Fleming, Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking firm as a Substation Engineer, where you'll engage in innovative projects that shape the future of energy infrastructure. This role offers the chance to lead or support critical utility and power substation projects, building relationships with clients while ensuring system reliability and sustainability. Collaborate with a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing energy solutions using advanced technologies. If you're passionate about making a significant impact in the power and utility industry, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan

Competitive PTO accrual

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development support

Incentive compensation

Qualifications

• 5+ years in design, engineering, and project management in power and utility.
• Experience in high voltage substation and distribution projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support utility and power substation projects.
• Develop substation layout drawings and technical specifications.

Skills

Project Management

Electrical Engineering

Substation Design

Client Relationship Management

Technical Reporting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer License

Advanced Degree

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Project

Job description

What You Will Do:

GFT is seeking experienced Mid to Senior Substation Engineers (Electrical Engineers) to join our expanding Power Group. As a substation engineer, you will lead or support utility and power substation projects and clients. This role is a hybrid in our Chicago, IL office.

Joining the power team at GFT means engaging in cutting-edge projects that drive the future of energy infrastructure. Our team excels in providing solutions for power transmission, distribution, and renewable energy, utilizing advanced technologies and creative problem-solving to meet today’s diverse energy needs. Be part of a dynamic group dedicated to enhancing system reliability, sustainability, and efficiency while shaping the energy landscape for a resilient and sustainable future. Discover some of our signature power and energy projects here.

What you’ll be challenged to do:

As a Sr. Substation Engineer, you will lead or support utility and power substation projects and clients.

You will have need to have experience supporting or leading various substation projects from 34.5kV up through 500kV. In addition, you will have the opportunity to demonstrate your ability to build effective relationships with clients and key stakeholders in the Power & Utility industry.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Develop 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.
• 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 reports presenting the calculations to clients.
• Prepare equipment specifications, for substation equipment, components, and construction.
• Responsible for managing the technical, financial, and scheduling aspects of substation projects.
• May act in th capacity of project manager, client manager or capture/proposal manager.
• Build, maintain, and manage the necessary skills, resources, and expertise to develop and deliver strategic services, partnerships, programs, and projects.
• Collaborate internally to pursue power substation projects regionally and nationally with the objective of increasing GFT presence in the power delivery business.
• Provides QA/QC reviews.
• Mentor or lead a staff of engineers and other technical specialist
  Develop and nurture client relationships and work across multiple disciplines in other offices.
• Assume an active role in the preparation of proposals bids, reports and presentations

Education | Experience:

What you will bring to our firm:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer License or on the path to obtaining professional licensure.
• 5 +years progressive experience in design, engineering and project management within power and utility industry.
• Interest in or direct experience working in the consulting engineering profession.
• Demonstrated ability with project management software and tools (Microsoft Project or similar) for scope, schedule, and budget management.
• Design experience in high voltage substation, and distribution projects.
• Experience in the creation of quality technical solutions and the design delivery of major power delivery projects.
• Commitment to driving strong business performance, continuous improvement, and best practices.

What we prefer you bring:

• Advanced Degree strongly preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation or Inventor

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is $107,000-$165,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview:

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

Location:Chicago, IL

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time

Internal Requisition ID:10923

Salary Range: $107,000 - $165,000;Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

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