High Voltage Transmission Electrical Engineer - Remote (U.S.)
About The Position
AECOM has a position available for a High Voltage Transmission Electrical Engineer with a specialization in HVDC electrical power systems. The focus of your experience must be in the power industry and be associated with electrical engineering with respect to the design of HVDC terrestrial / submarine cable systems and converter stations. For this role, AECOM offers the freedom and flexibility to work remotely and/or be located at a variety of Energy offices in multiple locations across the United States through our Freedom to Grow program DCS—Energy AECOM’s Energy practice provides a wide range of services from consulting and engineering design to energy engineering, energy procurement and construction (EPC) for power, energy efficiency, oil and gas, nuclear, and renewable energy clients. Our understanding of the big picture – and the interconnection between generation, distribution, storage, and the demand side of the meter – allows us to deliver holistic solutions that improve and modernize generation energy infrastructure. We connect knowledge and experience across our global framework to bring together a unique combination of engineers, planners, scientists, advisors, and project managers who advance energy solution and infrastructure to meet our varied Clients needs.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering and 6 years of relevant HVAC experience and HVDC experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
- Experience must include electrical power engineering coupled with some leadership experience.
Nice To Haves
- Masters degree in Electrical Engineering is preferred
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Electrical Engineering
- 10+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
- Experience working with FACTS
- Power systems analysis software experience (ASPEN OneLiner, ETAP, SKM Power Tools, AcSELerator, EnerVista, etc.)
- Familiarity with industry codes and standards (NEC, NESC, IEEE, etc.)
- Able to lead engineering tasks with strong communication skills (written and verbal)
- Experience on full EPC, Design/Build projects from start to finish
- Plant Startup and Commissioning Field Experience
- Owner’s Engineering experience
- Experience working with remote team
Responsibilities
- Engineering support for HVDC terrestrial and submarine cable systems and converter stations
- Supporting HVDC cable routing and converter station feasibility studies
- Providing technical support input during the project permitting phase
- Preparation of conceptual level engineering documents
- Working with Project Engineer and Project Manager on developing design schedules and budgets for electrical engineering work activities
- Supporting clients with utility interface and technical coordination
- Power system studies (load flow, short circuit, protective coordination, arc flash analysis)
- PSCAD model development and analysis
- Preparation of one line and three-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, BOMs, wire schedule, interconnection diagrams
- Field experience including witnessing testing of HVDC equipment and systems
- Developing construction and equipment specifications
- Supporting projects during construction, start-up, and commissioning as needed
- Grounding Analysis and Design
- Reviewing engineering work performed by peers
- Attending client meetings
- Assist in the promotion of AECOM's capabilities while maintaining our existing client base and
- Provides specialized technical input to studies and design for staff's specific area of expertise, technical expertise for studies and design efforts, and presents complex technical solutions to clients
- Perform quality control reviews of work developed by others
- Participate in development of technical proposals
- Provides estimates for the engineering budget and schedule
Benefits
- AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
