Staff Electrical Engineer - Substation

SolveNow Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Chicago is seeking a Staff Electrical Engineer to handle complex substation design projects. Responsibilities include leading design efforts, preparing equipment specifications, and conducting field inspections. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, with three years of relevant experience. Strong analytical skills and familiarity with safety codes are essential. This role offers career advancement opportunities in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of substation electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred.
• Strong preference for FE exam completion.
• Proficient with National Electrical Safety Code and IEEE / ANSI Standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead substation physical design including yard layout plans.
• Prepare equipment specifications and conduct field inspections.
• Present designs and proposals to clients and authorities.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited program

Master of Science in electrical engineering

Job description

About the job Staff Electrical Engineer - Substation

Opportunities may include, but not limited to:

• Thinking creatively to address the complex challenges faced by the largest utilities in North America.
• Performing facets of substation physical design including yard layout plans, sections and details; grounding, lightning protection, control building arrangements, interior and exterior raceways, auxiliary AC/DC power systems, and associated bills of material.
• Performing facets of substation protection and control design including panel arrangements, one lines/single lines, three lines, AC schematics, DC schematics, equipment wiring and relay panel wiring.
• Performing or overseeing quality review of above facets of substation design
• Preparing equipment specifications.
• Performing field inspections and compliance documentation.
• Leading a team of single- or multi-discipline professionals to ensure project success.
• Presenting designs and proposals to clients, permitting authorities, public interest groups, etc.
• Corresponding and/or meeting with clients, contractors, and vendors.
• Participating in project proposal efforts.
• Advancing into leadership roles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited program
• Successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam is strongly preferred.
• Three (3) years of substation electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred. Master of Science degree in electrical engineering may be substituted for one (1) year experience.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a dynamic, quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency with National Electrical Safety Code and IEEE / ANSI Standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.