Substation Engineer - P&C (NJ)

Alpha-3-Consulting; Hamilton Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha 3 is seeking a Substation Engineer with education and experience in substation equipment, calculations, and protection and control to support high voltage substation projects from conceptual through detailed design. This full-time position offers a hybrid schedule with three office days (Tue-Thu) and two remote days, ideally in the Hamilton, NJ area.

The role requires at least an undergraduate engineering degree and a Master’s degree or 2+ years of relevant experience, plus knowledge of

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in electrical/electronics engineering or closely related field.
• Master’s degree in electrical power engineering or 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of electrical substations including transformers, breakers, disconnects, buswork and associated equipment.
• Familiarity with NEC and NESC; knowledge of Microstation and AutoCAD; protection requirements and digital relays.
• Ability to work on a team and on multiple projects.
• Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and pride in work quality.
• Experience with utility projects and client standards.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, evaluate, and create new designs and drawings with guidance from senior engineering personnel.
• Develop designs and drawings such as one lines, schematics, layouts, site plans, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, and bills of material.
• Collaborate within an integrated project team to complete deliverables.

Skills

Teamwork

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Undergraduate degree in electrical/electronics engineering

Master’s degree in electrical power engineering or 2+ years experience

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title:Substation Engineer (P&C)

Location:Hamilton, NJ

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Alpha 3 is seeking a Substation Engineer with education and experience in substation equipment, calculations, and protection and control to support high voltage substation projects from conceptual through detailed design. This is a full-time position with a hybrid work schedule. Three days per week (typically Tuesday-Thursday) are expected to be in the office and two days per week from home. Preferred office location the Hamilton, NJ area. Other locations may be available, depending on the candidate’s qualifications.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze, evaluate, and create new designs and drawings and revise existing designs and drawings with guidance from senior engineering personnel, as needed.
• Work in an integrated project team environment and use their knowledge of components, arrangements, and standards to complete deliverables including one lines, schematics, layouts, site plans, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, and bills of material.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Undergraduate degree in electrical/electronics engineering or a closely related field
• Master’s degree in electrical power engineering or at least two years of relevant experience
• Knowledge of electrical substations including familiarity with the physical characteristics, access, connection, and support requirements for transformers, breakers, disconnects, buswork, and associated equipment
• Utility project experience, including, familiarity with protection requirements, protection schemes, and application of digital relays, knowledge of common substation configurations, knowledge of electrical codes including NEC and NESC, knowledge of Microstation and/or AutoCAD
• Ability to work on a team and on multiple projects
• Ability to understand and incorporate comments and feedback
• Ability to adapt to various client standards and procedures
• Personal time management skills and ability to adhere to deadlines
• Attention to detail and pride in work product quality

Salary will be determined based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant.

Available benefits include:

• Health/Dental/Vision (75% of premiums company-paid)
• 401(k) (5% company match)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 20 Paid-time-off days

Alpha 3 is focused on delivering management and technical services to companies that own, operate, or develop infrastructure assets, particularly in the energy industry. We deliver services including: Business Administration, Business Consulting, Commissioning Support, Construction Management, Engineering & Design, Operations Management, Project Controls, Project Management, and Training.

Alpha 3 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.