Principal Physical Substation Design Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama, +9 more states.

📋 Description

• Design power utility substations adhering to relevant codes and client standards.

• Create general arrangements, equipment and electrical layouts, elevation views, cable trenches, grounding and conduit drawings, details, bills of materials, and AC/DC power systems.

• Develop ground grids utilizing applicable codes and industry software.

• Formulate lightning protection and grounding plans.

• Perform AC/DC load, bus span, and ampacity calculations.

• Generate equipment and material specifications for procurement, design scopes, and cost estimates.

• Complete conceptual designs and layouts for facility planning studies.

• Prepare supporting documentation for procurement, construction, and operation/maintenance.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, vendors, and contractors.

• Lead and engage in client meetings and site visits.

• Ensure adherence to QA/QC processes and review and approve engineering design packages.

• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and designers.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited institution.

• Over 15 years of experience in substation physical design engineering.

• Professional Engineering (P.E.) License.

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

• Excellent document management and organizational skills.

• Keen attention to detail and a commitment to quality.

• Ability to handle multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.

• Capability to work effectively in a team environment and interact professionally with clients and stakeholders.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible work schedules that accommodate work-life balance and individual needs.

• Opportunities for remote and hybrid work arrangements, based on role and location.

• Competitive sign-on bonus and relocation assistance for eligible candidates.

• Refer-a-friend bonus program.

• Continuous career development opportunities, including training, mentorship, and pathways for advancement.

• Engagement with challenging and impactful projects.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage.

• Retirement Savings Plans, including employer matching where applicable.

• Flexible Spending and/or Health Spending Accounts.

• Access to Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).

• Parental Leave.

• Paid Time Off.

• Company Holidays.