Substation Engineer (Remote)

Primoris Services Corporation; Lewisville (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

ESPP

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Pet Coverage

Job summary

Primoris Power Solutions in Texas seeks a Substation Engineer to lead electrical substation design and construction efforts. You will develop designs, specifications, and schedules for relays, breakers, transformers, RTUs and new substations, while coordinating with Project Managers to ensure on-time delivery.

This role also involves site visits, QA/QC of design packages, and mentoring junior engineers and CAD technicians to uphold project standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in substation design and construction.
• Professional Engineering License or Professional Certification (desirable).
• Working knowledge of scheduling software and spreadsheet programs.
• Knowledge of applicable engineering codes.

Responsibilities

• Apply sound knowledge of utility substation designs and standards.
• Provide electrical design for relays, breakers, transformers, RTU installations, and substations.
• Provide physical design for bus additions and new equipment installations.
• Develop scope definitions, estimates and schedules with Project Managers.
• Prepare specifications and material lists; oversee drawings from draft to construction.
• Manage project closeout and as-built revisions; perform site visits as needed.
• Lead communications with clients, utility personnel and vendors; mentor team members.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Mentor/leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

**Job Overview:**With over 70 years of operating experience, Primoris Power Delivery services include engineering and design, installation and maintenance, material and equipment procurement, repair of electrical transmission, distribution, substation, wireless communication, and storm restoration. Our experience ranges from small engineering and consulting projects to multi-million dollar turn-key distribution, substation, and transmission line programs. We are currently looking for a **Substation Engineer** to join the **Power Solutions** team! **Duties & Responsibilities**Employees may perform any or all of the following:* **Engineering:** Apply sound knowledge of utility substation designs and standards.* **Provide electrical design:** For projects like relay upgrades, breaker additions/upgrades, transformer replacements, RTU installations, and new substations.* **Provide physical design:** For projects like bus additions, new equipment installations, and new substations.* **Create project deliverables:** Develop scope definitions, estimates, and schedules; collaborate with Project Managers to ensure on-time and on-budget completion.* **Prepare specifications:** Develop specifications and material lists.* **Oversee drawings:** Manage preparation of review sets and final construction sets.* **Handle project closeout:** Oversee as-built revisions.* **Project Communication:** Interact with clients, utility personnel, manufacturers’ representatives, and others as needed.* **Stay informed:** Keep up with developments in electric utility substation design & construction; suggest improvements.* **Serve as lead:** Act as Lead Engineer on assigned projects.* **Perform site visits:** Conduct documentation and inspections at job sites as required.* **Mentor team:** Train Design Engineers, Designers, and Electrical CAD Technicians.* **Additional duties:** As assigned by the Manager of Electrical Engineering or a Senior Protection & Control Engineer. **Minimum Qualifications & Experience****Education*** Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering. **Required Experience*** Minimum of 5 years of experience in substation design and construction* Professional Engineering License or Professional Certification (desirable).* Working knowledge of scheduling software and spreadsheet programs.* Knowledge of applicable engineering codes. **Skills*** **Interpersonal:** Ability to interact successfully with all levels of staff, clients, and vendors; work collaboratively.* **Project Management:** Plan, organize, and implement projects with successful, timely results; mentor and direct team members.* **Efficiency:** Efficient use of software, materials, and equipment to minimize costs; dedication to on-schedule completion; efficient time management; willingness to work unusual/extended hours as needed to support field construction* **Attention to Detail:** Close focus on details; consistency, accuracy, and thoroughness. Perform QAQC for design packages* **Adaptability:** Open to change; receptive to new ideas and concepts. . #LI-AB1**Company Overview:**Primoris Power Solutions simplifies complex power projects by assembling the perfect team and plan for your specific needs. Whether you need stand-alone engineering, construction services, or a fully integrated solution, we've got you covered. We offer a full suite of project delivery methods, including Design-Build (DB) and Engineer-Procure-Construct (EPC).**Benefits:*** Competitive compensation paid weekly.* Best-in-class; Medical, Dental, Vision, and LTD/STD.* 401(k) with company match, vested day-one.* Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].* Tuition Reimbursement.* Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and Community Service Paid Time Off.* Pet Coverage \"For our Furry Friends\"* Legal Assistance Coverage* Award winning safety programs.* Overtime opportunities.* Growth Opportunities.* And more.