Substation Engineers (Electrical Engineers)

GFT; Tulsa (OK); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid (in-person and remote) work环境

Comprehensive benefits package incl. 健

Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan

Competitive PTO accrual

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Incentive compensation for eligible

Job summary

GFT is seeking a Substation Engineer to lead or support utility and power substation projects across multiple locations including Kansas City, MO; Raleigh, NC; Dallas, TX; Houston, TX; and Tampa, FL.

You will develop substation layouts, one-lines, power systems, SCADA, and equipment specs, build client relationships, and contribute to proposals while advancing design and project management within the power delivery field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Professional Engineer license or licensure path.
• 3+ years in design, engineering and project management in power/utility.
• Experience in consulting engineering desired.
• Experience with project management software (MS Project or similar).
• HV substation and distribution design experience.
• Ability to deliver quality technical solutions for major power delivery projects.
• Commitment to driving performance and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop substation layout drawings including plan/elevations, yard layouts, grounding, raceways, and cable lists.
• Develop substation one-lines, DC/AC power systems, SCADA and communications layouts.
• Prepare calculations and reports for clients.
• Prepare equipment specifications for substation equipment and construction.
• Collaborate regionally and nationally to pursue power substation projects for GFT.
• Develop client relationships and work across multiple offices.
• Contribute to proposals, bids, reports and presentations.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Power system design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer license or licensure path

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Inventor

Job description

What You Will Do

Joining the power team at GFT as a Substation Engineer involves leading or supporting utility and power substation projects across multiple locations including Kansas City, MO; Raleigh, NC; Dallas, TX; Houston, TX; and Tampa, FL.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Develop substation layout drawings including plan and elevations, yard layouts, grounding, grounding details, raceway, raceway details, control building layouts, cable lists, and material lists on new and existing substations.
• Develop substation one lines, three lines, Aux AC Power Systems, DC Power Systems, DC Schematics, SCADA and Communications Systems, Relay Panel Layouts, Equipment Wiring, and Cable Schedules for new and existing substations.
• Prepare calculations and reports presenting the calculations to clients.
• Prepare equipment specifications for substation equipment, components, and construction.
• Collaborate internally to pursue power substation projects regionally and nationally with the objective of increasing Gannett Fleming presence in the power delivery business.
• Develop and nurture client relationships and work across multiple disciplines in other offices.
• Assume an active role in the preparation of proposals, bids, reports and presentations.

What You’ll Be Challenged To Do

The role requires experience supporting or leading various substation projects from 34.5 kV up through 500 kV and demonstrates ability to build effective relationships with clients and key stakeholders in the power and utility industry.

Education and Experience

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer License or on the path to obtaining professional licensure.
• 3+ years progressive experience in design, engineering and project management within the power and utility industry.
• Interest in or direct experience working in the consulting engineering profession.
• Demonstrated ability with project management software and tools (Microsoft Project or similar) for scope, schedule and budget management.
• Design experience in high voltage substation and distribution projects.
• Experience in the creation of quality technical solutions and the design delivery of major power delivery projects.
• Commitment to driving strong business performance, continuous improvement, and best practices.

What We Prefer You Bring

• Advanced Degree strongly preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation or Inventor.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $77,000–$155,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Location

Kansas City, MO; Raleigh, NC; Dallas, TX; Houston, TX; and Tampa, FL.

Equal Opportunity Employer

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Core Business Hours

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Status

Full‑time

Application Process Note

Unsolicited resumes from third‑party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.