Substation Electrical Engineer (EIT)

Kimley-Horn; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement match

Health coverage

Flexible time off

Student loan match

Tuition reimbursement

Family benefits

Job summary

Kimley-Horn's Phoenix office is seeking an Electrical Engineering Analyst with 2+ years of design experience to join the Power Delivery team. This role focuses on substation projects and electrical system design for renewable generation, energy storage, and utility-scale facilities.

You will contribute to project specifications, cost estimates, and cross-functional collaboration while preparing reports and design documents. Excellent communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of design experience in electrical engineering specifically in substation design.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; advanced degrees are a plus.
• Holds Engineer-In-Training (EIT), Engineer Intern (EI), or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Code, NFPA codes/standards, and energy codes.
• Proficient with AutoCAD; BIM (Autodesk Revit) experience is a plus.
• Power analyses (load flow, short circuit, arc flash, device coordination) in SKM or ETAP.
• Strong verbal and written communication; able to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Design complex electrical systems for renewable generation, energy storage, and utility-scale substation projects.
• Participate on project teams in an active production role.
• Participate in project meetings with clients and internally.
• Prepare project specifications and electrical construction cost estimates.
• Collaborate across crossfunctional teams and verify as-built drawings.
• Develop reports and design documents, including electrical plans and solar sizing analyses.

Skills

Substation design

AutoCAD

Revit BIM

Power analyses (SKM/ETAP)

EIT within 6 months

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SKM

ETAP

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn's Phoenix, (AZ) office is seeking an Electrical Engineering Analyst with 2+ years of experience to join their Power Delivery team.

Responsibilities

• Design of complex electrical systems for renewable generation, energy storage, and utility-scale substation projects
• Participate on project teams in an active production role
• Participate in project meetings internally and externally with clients
• Preparation of project specifications
• Preparation of electrical construction cost estimates
• Daily interaction and collaboration on cross-functional teams across multiple disciplines
• Coordination and verification of as-built drawings
• Perform quality work that promotes client retention
• Responsible for the development of reports and design documents, including electrical design plans, equipment selection, solar system sizing, and power analyses.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of design experience in electrical engineering specifically in substation design.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (advanced degrees are a plus)
• Holds Engineer-In-Training (EIT), Engineer Intern (EI), or the ability to obtain within 6 months
• Firm understanding of the National Electrical Code, other NFPA codes/standards, and energy codes
• Understanding of the National Electrical Code, other NFPA codes/standards, and energy codes
• Proficiency using Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (AutoCAD)
• Building Information Modeling (BIM - Autodesk Revit) experience is a plus
• Power Analyses (load flow, short circuit, arc flash, device coordination) in SKM or ETAP
• Superior verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to work independently or in a team environment effectively - The ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it- that's why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn's placement on the Fortune \"100 Best Companies to Work\" list for 19 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.