Substation Project Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Company; Canton (MA); On-site; USD 61,992 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Vacations for qualifying positions

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company seeks a Substation Project Engineer for a 1-year contract assignment. You will lead renewable generation substation projects from conception to execution while working with engineers and supporting project management tasks. Preferred location is Juno Beach, FL, but open to remote work. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in engineering and experience in high-voltage substation projects. Benefits include comprehensive health plans and a 401(k) savings plan.

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience in substation design and engineering of high-voltage substation projects preferred.
• PMP and/or P.E. in related discipline desirable.
• Some travel required within North America.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers and technical specialists for renewable generation substation projects.
• Develop detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, and status reports.
• Coordinate with project team members and external clients on project issues.

Skills

Substation design and engineering

Project management

Engineering technical knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil/Structural engineering

Certified Professional Engineer (PE)

Six Sigma Black Belt Certified

Six Sigma Green Belt Certified

Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certified

Job description

About the role

We’re looking for a Substation Project Engineer on behalf of our client. This is a 1‑year contract assignment (W‑2). The Engineering & Construction Business Unit is looking for a Substation Project Engineer to join their team in Juno Beach Office, FL. You will lead a team of engineers and technical specialists that perform engineering functions. You are responsible for all assigned renewable generation substation projects from conception (Early Stage) through construction and commissioning (Execution).

You will evaluate, select, and apply standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform tasks or sequences of tasks for conventional renewable generation substation projects. This Substation Project Engineering position will occasionally require driving to multiple renewable generation substation projects across Florida. You will report to the onsite manager. Location: Juno Beach, FL preferred but open to Remote.

Key Responsibilities

• In the conceptual phase, work with the Early‑Stage Project Manager to support the engineering requirements and scope with the Development Group. Projects can begin as FERC 1000 transmission project proposals, or as greenfield projects.
• Develop detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports.
• Conduct project meetings and be responsible for project tracking and analysis.
• Provide information to internal and external clients on moderate to complex issues.
• Coordinate with other project team members to develop and secure a substation site, support any engineering updates, data and permits necessary to design and build the substation.
• Coordinate with other groups to ensure the assigned E&C renewable generation substation projects are successful. Represent E&C’s internal and external interests on assigned projects, including presentations/briefing on current progress, issues, and risk mitigation in meetings with various levels of management.

Qualifications

• Certified Professional Engineer (PE)
• Six Sigma Black Belt Certified
• Six Sigma Green Belt Certified
• Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certified
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil/Structural engineering
• 4+ years’ experience in substation design and engineering of high‑voltage substation projects is helpful.
• PMP and/or P.E. in related discipline. Some travel required within North America.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for qualifying positions

The base salary range for this position is estimated to be $45.00/hr to $50.00/hr, depending on experience, qualifications and skills.

This is a remote position.

Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

Our Safety Pledge to You: If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It’s that simple!