Substation Project Engineer

Electrical Consultants, Inc.; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading power engineering consulting firm is seeking a Substation Project Engineer in Augusta, Maine. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the design and management of substation projects, ensuring quality and adherence to project timelines. Prospective applicants should have a degree in Electrical Engineering and significant project management experience to excel in this mid-senior level position. Comprehensive benefits are included, aligning with industry standards to support professional development.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) and profit sharing

Paid vacation and holidays

Professional education reimbursement

Qualifications

• 6+ years in project and design engineering or acceptable education/experience.
• Strong communication and planning abilities.
• Commitment to quality and fast-paced project schedules.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop detailed plans for substations.
• Coordinate with project managers and stakeholders.
• Provide training and oversight for design staff.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Planning

Quality Assurance

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

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Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) is a leading power engineering consultant firm that provides engineering, system planning and studies, technical consultation, project management, surveying, environmental planning, commissioning/testing and construction services to electric utilities, energy developers and industrials throughout the U.S. Our experience includes system voltages from 4.16 kV through 765 kV.

ECI has an opening for a Project Engineer. Responsibilities include the conceptual, preliminary and final detailed design of new, upgraded and expanded substations, including material procurement, construction and commissioning/startup support through energization. Engineering responsibilities include the development and delivery of physical, electrical, civil and communication design studies, calculations, drawings, exhibits and specifications. A Project Engineer assists the Project Manager in the planning and execution of best-in-class projects, including client and stakeholder coordination, training and mentoring of design staff, project quality assurance, and oversight of design engineers, designers, drafters and support staff. Project Engineers coordinate the completion of specialized tasks with ECI's subject matter expert discipline groups such as Distribution Studies, Transmission Studies, Grounding Studies, Protection (relay coordination and settings), Civil Engineering, Communication (SCADA Integration), Transmission & Distribution Engineering, Environmental Planning, Surveying, Lands/Right-of-Way, and Project Management/Controls.

Minimum Requirements: Bachelor of Science or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, 6+ years' project and design engineering experience, or an acceptable combination of education and experience; excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong organization and planning skills; ability to work in a team environment; commitment to quality and accuracy; and a willingness to meet fast-paced project schedules. A PE license is preferred. The successful applicant must have an advanced knowledge of power engineering principals, be expert regarding applicable codes, standards and design tools, possess basic project management execution skills, and have the ability to oversee and direct design personnel on a project team. Experience in utility or merchant power industry a plus. The successful applicant may be subject to client-mandated drug and background checking. Occasional travel/driving is required; therefore, the successful applicant will be subject to ECI's auto insurance carrier requirements. Applicants must not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status) now or in the future.

Salary commensurate with experience and education. Benefits include the following:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k), profit sharing and employee stock ownership plan
• Paid vacation, personal days and holidays
• Continued professional education reimbursement
  
  

Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) employs over 850 engineers, designers, project managers, surveyors, ROW agents, environmental planners, construction professionals and support staff in 37 offices across the U.S. The firm has more than 40 years of experience in the planning, engineering, and construction of a wide range of power delivery projects including substations, transmission lines, distribution systems, communication systems and industrial facilities. Visit our website at www.eciusa.com.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution

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