Electrical Engineer 3 - Substation

Description:

• Under light supervision, creates basic to moderately complex designs of electric master system plans, power system, protection and generation models, facility power systems, sustainability/renewable energy systems, and other similar electrical systems.

• Performs studies of power systems and electrical calculations for electrical systems, lighting simulations, lighting layouts, communications, fire alarm, security and other similar calculations.
• Develops white papers and technical documentation to support the firm's technical knowledge Management (TKM).
• Performs site reviews and studies, as needed, to ensure designs are aligned with location specifications. Updates design requirements as necessary.
• Contributes to firm's TKM by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc..
• Submits technical papers and designs for publishing to technical journals.
• Attends conferences, symposia, etc. to improve the visibility of the firm's products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Provides technical guidance and training to more junior staff. Reviews the work of more junior staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, or Electrical Technology or related discipline. 
• 3 years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. 
• The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. 
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications
Responsible for Substation engineering including detailed design for high voltage substation projects through 345kV including:

• Protective relay schemes
• Relay Schematics and wiring diagrams
• Equipment specifications and selection
• Hardware specifications and selection, including SCADA/RTU components
• Knowledge of NESC & NEC
• Substation grounding grid design & lightning protection
• Skills and Abilities
  
• Expert Knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices. 
• Solid knowledge of engineer principles of design. 
• Expert Knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.).
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.