Entry-Level Substation Electrical Engineer

Power Engineers•Meridian, ID

62d•Onsite

About The Position

Entry-Level Substation Electrical Engineer Job Summary POWER Engineers is seeking an Entry-Level Substation Electrical Engineer to work in the Power Delivery Substation Department in our Boise, Idaho office. This is an in-office position so employee will need to live within commutable distance of the office (this enables training and mentorship). Responsibilities The Entry-Level Substation Electrical Engineer will share responsibility with the rest of the department to produce a product consistent with POWER's mission statement and our culture. They are expected to support the department in achieving its goals of the department, maintain POWER's high-quality standards, promote internal teamwork and meet the needs of our clients. Learn, understand, and adhere to client standards and processes while working individually or within a team to complete complex and technically challenging designs Occasional travel POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, POWER and WSP's 73,900 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you'll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world's most challenging projects. At POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success. POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

BSEE (BS Electrical Engineering) or BSEET (BS Electrical Engineering Technology) degree, from an accredited university preferably with a power option
Strong knowledge and understanding of electrical engineering to build on
Strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel
Legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without the need for work sponsorship

Nice To Haves

3 months of relevant electrical engineering work experience; could be on an internship or co-op basis
Minimum 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA)
Knowledge of electrical utility substations and familiarity with substation design
Engineer In Training certificate (EIT) or passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam

Responsibilities

Perform the detailed design of low to extra-high voltage substations including, but not limited to:
One-line diagrams
Schematics
Wiring diagrams
SCADA Communications
Station physical layouts
Sections/Elevations
Cable and conduit plans and details
Ground grid design and details
Foundation plans and details
Structural plans and details
Control enclosure design and details
Lightning protection plans
Yard lighting plans
Bills of Materials
Site visits
Support QA/QC for deliverables to clients
Learn, understand, and adhere to client standards and processes while working individually or within a team to complete complex and technically challenging designs
Occasional travel