Lead Substation Physical Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois, +4 more states.

📋 Description

• Oversee and assist in the delivery of physical design projects for substations.

• Guarantee technical excellence and timely execution of projects.

• Collaborate with internal engineering teams and external clients to comprehend needs and align expectations.

• Conduct QA/QC reviews on physical design packages for substations.

• Interpret, design, and evaluate one-lines, three-lines, plan-and-section views, grounding layouts, and foundation designs.

• Generate and validate bills of materials for substation physical components.

• Perform site visits at client locations to collect data, confirm designs, and facilitate project implementation.

• Adhere to quality control measures and safe work practices.

• Ensure adherence to project scope, timeline, and budget.

• Collaborate as part of a design team that includes engineers, designers, and CAD technicians.

• Apply client standards to execute design implementations.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.

• Over 8 years of experience in substation physical design.

• Proficient in conducting grounding studies, lightning protection assessments, and lighting studies.

• Capable of communicating effectively and professionally with internal teams and clients.

• Skilled in meeting deadlines and maintaining organization in fast-paced or high-pressure environments.

• Able to work collaboratively in a team setting and provide leadership when necessary.

• Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative and work independently.

• Strong analytical skills and adept at engineering problem-solving.

• High level of computer proficiency and comfort with engineering tools and software.

• Willingness to travel to project sites and client locations as required.

• Engineer Intern (EI/EIT) certification (preferred).

• Professional Engineer (PE) License (preferred).

• Familiarity with protection and control design (preferred).

• Experience with bus calculations (preferred).

• Proficient in WinIGS or CDEGS (preferred).

• Master’s degree in a related field (preferred).

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible working hours and arrangements.

• Support and opportunities for obtaining a Professional Engineer License (PE).

• Opportunities for Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and support.

• Access to technical and non-technical training programs.

• Opportunities for leadership development.

• Mentorship and training availability.

• Career development and growth prospects.

• Opportunities for career advancement and continuous improvement.

• Project management training and assistance with acquiring relevant certifications.

• Emphasis on work/life balance.

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

• An inclusive culture focused on diversity and inclusion.