Substation Design Engineer

Electrical Consultants, Inc.; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Electrical Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Substation Design Engineer to join their team. This entry-level position involves working on the conceptual and detailed design of substations, requiring a degree in Electrical Engineering and strong communication skills. The role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for mentorship and advancement in the power engineering field.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) and profit sharing

Paid vacation, personal days and holidays

Continued professional education reimbursement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering required.
• Design engineering experience is a plus.
• Willingness to meet fast-paced project schedules.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for conceptual, preliminary and detailed design of substations.
• Assist in execution of projects, coordinating with subject matter experts.
• Support construction and commissioning/startup.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

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Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) is a leading power engineering consultant firm that provides engineering, system planning and studies, technical consultation, project management, surveying, environmental planning, commissioning/testing and construction services to electric utilities, energy developers and industrials throughout the U.S. Our experience includes system voltages from 4.16 kV through 765 kV.

ECI has an immediate opening for a design engineer in Raleigh, NC. Responsibilities include the conceptual, preliminary and final detailed design of new, upgraded and expanded substations, including material procurement, construction and commissioning/startup support through energization. Engineering responsibilities include the development and delivery of physical, electrical, civil and communication design studies, calculations, drawings, exhibits and specifications. Under the oversight and mentorship of a Project Engineer, Design Engineers assist in the execution of best-in-class projects, including coordination, quality control and oversight of designers, drafters and support staff. Completion of specialized tasks is coordinated with ECI's subject matter expert discipline groups such as Distribution Studies, Transmission Studies, Grounding Studies, Protection (relay coordination and settings), Civil Engineering, Communication (SCADA Integration) and Transmission & Distribution Engineering.

Minimum Requirements: Bachelor of Science or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering required, design engineering experience is a plus; excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong organization and planning skills; ability to work in a team environment; commitment to quality and accuracy; and a willingness to meet fast-paced project schedules. A commitment to progress towards PE licensure is encouraged. The successful applicant must have fundamental knowledge of power engineering principals and applicable codes and standards. The successful applicant may be subject to client-mandated drug and background checking. Occasional travel/driving is required; therefore, the successful applicant will be subject to ECI's auto insurance carrier requirements. Applicants must not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status) now or in the future.

Salary commensurate with experience and education. Benefits include the following:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k), profit sharing and employee stock ownership plan
• Paid vacation, personal days and holidays
• Continued professional education reimbursement
  
  

Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) employs over 850 engineers, designers, project managers, surveyors, ROW agents, environmental planners, construction professionals and support staff in 37 offices across the U.S. The firm has more than 40 years of experience in the planning, engineering, and construction of a wide range of power delivery projects including substations, transmission lines, distribution systems, communication systems and industrial facilities. Visit our website at www.eciusa.com.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution

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