Senior Physical Substation Design Engineer

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

📋 Description

• Create designs for power utility substations in accordance with relevant codes and client specifications.

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

• Design ground grids utilizing applicable codes and industry-standard software.

• Formulate lightning protection and grounding strategies.

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

• Generate specifications for equipment and materials, outline design scopes, and prepare cost estimates.

• Complete conceptual designs and layouts for facility planning initiatives.

• Prepare documentation to support procurement, construction, and system operation/maintenance.

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

• Facilitate client meetings and conduct job site visits.

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

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

⛳️ Requirements

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

• 7-10 years of experience in substation physical design engineering.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

• Exceptional document management and organizational skills.

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering quality work.

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

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Capability to work efficiently in a team setting and engage professionally with clients and stakeholders.

🏝️ Benefits

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

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

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

• Refer-a-friend bonus program.

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

• Exposure to challenging and impactful projects.

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

• Retirement savings plans with employer matching where applicable.

• Flexible Spending and/or Health Spending Accounts.

• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).

• Parental leave.

• Paid Time Off.

• Company holidays.