Substation Lead Design Engineer

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc.; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Houston seeks a skilled Electrical Engineer specializing in substation design. The position involves creating both physical and control designs, mentoring junior staff, and providing project support. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and substantial experience in the field, alongside strong analytical and communication skills.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in substation design.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong leadership skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares engineering cost estimates and schedules.
• Develops top-level documents for design packages.
• Provides guidance to junior engineers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Strong written communication

Strong verbal communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Organization

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. (E2) is a professional services firm established in 1988 specializing in a full spectrum of engineering services including, project engineering and design, federal base operations and infrastructure support services, gas pipeline construction and inspection services, environmental consulting and remediation, and information technology services. At E2, we value safety, innovation and collaboration, and we are dedicated to excellence.

Overview

Responsible for the design of deliverables associated with substation design projects supporting one of our largest electric utility clients. The substation “physical” design activities include yard layouts, plans, sections and details, grounding, lightning protection, control building arrangements, interior and exterior raceways, auxiliary AC/DC power systems, and associated bills of material. The substation “protection and control” design activities include one-line & three-line diagrams, AC & DC elementary & logic diagrams, front & rear panel elevations and wiring, supervisory & control drawings, electrical vendor equipment wiring diagrams, complete cable schedule and bill of materials. The position will be reporting directly to the Substation Engineering Manager. This position is remote, but must be located in the Houston, Texas area.

Responsibilities

• Attends project site visits to assist in the development of scope of work and help define project objectives.
• Prepares engineering cost estimate and man-hour estimates and schedules.
• Develops top level documents for Electrical Physical and Protection & Control packages.
• Provides guidance to junior engineers and/or designers in the development of detailed design documents.
• Performs calculations for studies and reports including, but not limited to, grounding & lightning protection, and AC/DC load studies.
• Prepares equipment specifications for procurement of major equipment.
• Performs quality control reviews of design calculations, and drawings.
• Provides short term field support during construction.
• Coordinate design activities with other disciplines (Civil/structural, telecom, transmission, etc.)
• Serves as technical advisor for the team.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET approved college or university.
• 8+ years of experience working in substation design or similar with utility or consulting engineering firm.

• Proficient using Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred

• Professional Engineer’s License in Electrical Engineering preferred but not required.
• Experience leading a team of engineers and designers designing substation projects.
• Experience with designing substations.

Benefits

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off.

Wage Data Per State Requirements

Salary range for this position is $140,000 - $170,000. The starting salary will be commensurate with skill, education, experience, and working environment.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment and uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to sit/ stand for up to 8 hours per day.
• Ability to move freely for up to 8 hours per day.

Drug Free Workplace

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. is a Drug Free Workplace. After accepting an offer of employment, applicants may be required to undergo background checks, drug testing, and/or fit-for-duty physical examination. Drug screens will include, but not be limited to, Amphetamines, Cocaine Metabolites, Marijuana Metabolites (THC), Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP). As a federal contractor, E2 cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician.

Solicitation

Please no solicitation of any kind from agencies, staffing, or recruiting firms.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.