Substation Electrical Manager

Arcadis; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy is seeking a Substation Electrical Manager in Maryland. This senior position requires a strong background in electrical engineering, particularly with substations, and involves project management and team coordination. Candidates must possess at least a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and a decade of related experience, along with proficiency in key engineering software. The role offers a chance to lead a talented team while engaging with clients on complex projects.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Substation Electrical engineering & design.
• Experience with physical layouts and electrical standards.
• Proficient in industry software for substation design.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all project development stages of substation design.
• Coordinate design activities to ensure timely project completion.
• Lead engineering estimates and client engagement activities.
• Mentor junior team members and perform quality reviews.

Skills

Substation design expertise

AutoCAD proficiency

HV and EHV engineering knowledge

Project management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SKM/ETAP

CDEGS/WinIGS

Job description

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Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

Arcadis is currently seeking a highly motivated Substation Electrical Manager – Arcadis, North America to join the Power Delivery & Renewable team in USA. Arcadis’ Power Delivery group partners with clients to provide comprehensive plans that incorporate all aspects of their projects.

This is a senior Lead Technical position within the Power Delivery & Renewable unit of Arcadis. The position requires candidate directly interface with client and Arcadis power delivery team, act as a project management, project engineering, proposal management and business development manager.

The position consisting in the coordination of the power delivery & renewable energy team and performing hands on Substation Electrical Engineering at all voltage class, detail design and studies for utility and developer clients in North America.

Role accountabilities:

• Participate in substation design at all stages of project development, including concept, pre-feasibility, feasibility, detail design, procurement and construction, and also in substation asset management/condition studies
• As a Substation Electrical Manager, you will coordinate design activities, with design activities undertaken by other engineering disciplines, to maintain project schedules and ensure successful project completion
• Lead and participate in the preparation of project estimates, engineering estimates and proposals, and client engagement and business development activities
• Manager and grow Substation Electrical team and serve as a mentor to staff. You will also lead substation design on large/complex projects and perform quality reviews.
• Act as Project Manager, Proposal Manager, Program Manager, Account Manager and Technical Lead to support services and plan, develop, and grow power delivery clients goal and business growth for the region
• Serve as a mentor to junior members of the team. Conduct quality assurance/quality control on the work of other electrical engineers, electrical designers, or technicians. Participate in meetings with clients, contractors, and vendors to support business development and project execution.

Qualifications & Experience:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical engineering from an accredited college or university
• Minimum 10 years of direct Substation Electrical engineering & design experience in Power and Utility industry
• Must have experience with key considerations for substation physical layouts, section& elevations, bus configurations, cable and conduit sizing, grounding, control building, lighting & lightning, and all aspects of HV and EHV substation engineering & design and studies
• Must be proficient in AutoCAD and SKM/ETAP, CDEGS/WinIGS, other engineering software to complete substation design.
• Must have design experience adhering to National Electrical Code, National Electric Safety Code, IEEE codes and standards, and county, city and state codes, ordinances and standards

Preferred Qualifications

• PE license
• Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering

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