Lead Engineer, Substation

K&A Engineering•Orange, CT

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

K&A Power Group is a privately held engineering firm delivering world-class technical expertise and engineering excellence to power utility and industrial clients across the United States, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. We provide comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program and project management, construction management, and EPC services, specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, and distributed energy resources. We pride ourselves on attracting and developing top talent, building a culture of excellence, and building meaningful, long-term relationships with our employees, clients and communities, wherever they are in the world. Powered By Innovation, Passion, And Purpose. Start your K&A Career: We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Lead Substation Engineer to join our team at K&A Power Group in Orange, Connecticut. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. You’ll be part of a dynamic, people-focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated.

Requirements

A Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
Eight (8) years of professional experience within substation design and engineering for electrical Utilities
Familiarity with grounding studies and/or lightning protection is a plus
Experience with Greenfields and Brownfields
General knowledge and application of IEEE Standards as they pertain to substations
Experience and or knowledge with power analysis software is ideal (i.e. SKM, Etap, Easy Power, etc.)
Proven experience in Substation Design should include general arrangement, electrical equipment, plans, elevation and section views, Equipment cable trays, cable design, conduit fill calcs, rigid bus calcs, grounding and conduit layouts, control schematics, wiring diagrams
Proficient in Microsoft Projects, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Work Authorization Required
Strong verbal, written, communication skills required

Responsibilities

Project engineering performance and overseeing including all phases such as scoping and budgeting, conceptual engineering, contract management and design, engineering design, construction and closeout.
Perform standard and complex engineering analyses, designs and calculations.
Responsible for leading and creating new conceptual designs based on Avangrid Standards and overseeing the work of external detailed designer ensuring consistency among all the operating companies.
Ensure all engineering designs implemented by the company meet applicable company, local, state, and national codes and standards.
Utilize knowledge to influence and guide department engineers.
Provide technical leadership in most complex projects that have a wide impact on the business.
Mentor develop and support team in technical skills.
SME for team.
Liaison/ direct contractors on company policy, standards and best practices.
Work independently with little supervision