Substation Engineer

Insight Global

Fredericksburg (VA)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 135,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Insight Global is looking for a Substation Engineer to join a leading electric client in Fredericksburg. This role requires strong expertise in engineering design, specifically for electrical substation projects, with responsibilities including project reviews, design creation, and supporting engineering processes. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and possess substantial experience in substation design.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
Extensive experience in power engineering with emphasis on substation design.
Strong computer skills, including AutoCAD Substation Design Suite.

Responsibilities

Conduct engineering design reviews for contracted substation projects.
Create standard substation engineering designs including structural design.
Prepare bills of materials for material lists.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

AutoCAD Substation Design Suite

Microsoft Office Suite

Power Systems Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

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Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $135,000.00/yr

Insight Global is seeking a Substation Engineer to join one of our top electric clients. The Substation Engineer is responsible for reviewing designed projects to include checking one-lines, schematics, detailed wiring drawings and P&C drawings to provide QA/QC for projects that have been designed by contracted Engineering firms. It will also prepare engineering and design in-house for the construction of new as well as upgrades of existing substations.

Responsibilities

Conduct engineering design reviews for contracted substation projects and perform QA/QC on checklists, one lines, schematics, detail wiring diagrams, and nameplates.
Create standard substation engineering designs to include the design of steel structures, foundations, clearances, layout drawings, grounding, oil containment, lightning protection, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
Evaluate equipment ratings, requirements, and project schedules to facilitate the accurate ordering of equipment to support project in service dates.
Prepare bills-of-material for the development of material lists to support standard designs.
Provide engineering support to employees to assist in their learning of standards, procedures, designs, and specifications.
Analyze engineering, construction, and maintenance feedback related to standard designs, equipment, etc., and developing appropriate solutions and alternate design options as needed.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
Extensive experience in a power related engineering field with an emphasis on substation design.
Must have strong computer skills and have the knowledge of or the ability to quickly learn the AutoCAD Substation Design Suite programs as well as the Microsoft Office Suite.
Must have the ability to read and understand physical and P&C prints, plan and profiles, as well as site grading plans.
Experience supporting datacenter new builds
Professional Engineer (PE) license is highly desired but not required

Compensation:

$100-135k

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role are available on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

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