Substation P&C Engineer

ICF; Great Falls Crossing (VA); Remote; USD 89,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF is seeking a motivated Substation Protection & Control Engineer to design relay and protection systems for high voltage substations. The role offers flexible working conditions, an emphasis on quality engineering, and a collaborative environment focused on innovative solutions for clients in the electric utility sector.

Benefits

Flexible workplace arrangements

Tuition reimbursement

401k matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• 2+ years of protection and controls experience.
• Active member of a team with excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of design techniques and production of technical plans.

Responsibilities

• Design and prepare Protection and Control Drawings including Protective Schemes and AC/DC Schematics.
• Perform DC and AC systems calculations.
• Provide field support during construction and ensure quality assurance in designs.

Skills

Knowledge of industry standards such as NEC, NESC, IEEE, ANSI

Proactive approach

Teamwork

Education

BS in Engineering, preferably electrical or computer engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

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Title: Substation P&C Engineer (Remote)

Location: Remote US, preferred Central or Eastern Time Zone

Ready to make a difference?

ICF is seeking a Substation Protection & Control Engineer, to work on the design of relay and protection and control projects on high voltage substations at voltages from 12kV to 500kV with the goal of providing excellent quality work for our clients.

Description

Job Description

Title: Substation P&C Engineer (Remote)

Location: Remote US, preferred Central or Eastern Time Zone

Ready to make a difference?

ICF is seeking a Substation Protection & Control Engineer, to work on the design of relay and protection and control projects on high voltage substations at voltages from 12kV to 500kV with the goal of providing excellent quality work for our clients.

We are a relentlessly client-focused group who are re-imagining, re-designing, and re-engineering the way electric utilities tackle industry problems. We are looking for passionate and innovative people who are constantly looking for ways to provide better quality engineering services for our clients.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Quality of life: Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance
• Investment of the community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities
• Investment in you: Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!)
  
  

The Ideal Candidate

You are a highly motivated engineer who takes pride in the services you provide. You ensure the project is done right and all deadlines are met. You should be proactive, self-sufficient, and able to productively work out of your home without supervision. You always strive to expand your knowledge and improve work processes to increase quality and efficiency. You are an active member of the team that works well with others and prioritizes the goals of the group. You enjoy taking on new responsibilities and learning new skill sets whenever needed.

What You Will Be Doing

• Responsibilities include, but are not limited, to the design and preparation of the following Protection and Control Drawings:
• Protective Schemes
• Substation Relay One Lines and Three Lines
• AC/DC Schematics
• Substation Panel Layouts
• Substation Wiring Diagram and Cable Schedule
• SCADA and Communication Diagrams
• DC Systems Calculations
• AC Systems Calculations
• Development of Equipment Specification and Selection based on Clients Criteria
• Development of Bill of Materials based on Design Criteria
• Coordination with physical, settings, and drafting disciplines to ensure quality deliverables
• Participate in client meetings and perform site visits for data gathering as required
• Interpreting and incorporating vendor information into design deliverables
• Apply client standards related to the work
• Providing field support during construction
• Perform/ensure company’s Quality assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes are being followed on all design packages
• Continuous improvement of job-related engineering, technical and professional knowledge, skills, and performance
  

What We Need You To Have (minimum Qualifications)

• BS in Engineering, preferably electrical or computer engineering
  
  

What We Would Like You To Have

• 2+ years of protection and controls experience
• 2+ years of experience working with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, and MicroStation
• Engineering in Training license (EIT)
• Professional Engineer License (PE)
• Advanced user of Microsoft products, specifically Excel, and Word
• Knowledge of the practical application of industry standards such as: NEC, NESC, IEEE and ANSI
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of technical plans, blueprints and drawings
  
  

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read ourEEO policy.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please [e-mail] we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

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Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance [e-mail]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$89,203.00 - $151,646.00

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