Project Lead Engineer (Utility)

Aldridge Group

45d•$100,000 - $140,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Aldridge is seeking an experienced, energetic, self-starting team member with a strong project leadership background to perform engineering design activities for electrical substations. This position is based out of the Libertyville, Illinois office with the ability to work remotely. The Project Lead Engineer will lead internal and external design and engineering resources to support ongoing projects and key pursuits. The Project Lead Engineer is expected to support the Power Division teams and report to the Vice President of Utility Services.

Requirements

BSEE (BS Electrical Engineering), BSEET (BS Electrical Engineering Technology) degree, or equivalent technical education
Or equivalent seven (7) or more years of experience in substation design
Experience in 15kV through 345kV substation design and IEEE/ANSI standards
Experience filling the role of project engineer/lead for several transmission & distribution projects occurring concurrently
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, with an emphasis on Excel and Word
Demonstrate the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, tracking and organizing many tasks of varying importance and size
Proven ability and desire to mentor and help others
Five (5) to seven (7) or more years of experience in substation design
Travel will be required estimated +/- 25%

Nice To Haves

Experience in electric utility substation design (15kV through 500kV) and IEEE/ANSI standards is a plus
Ability to successfully participate in multiple projects concurrently and manage budgets and schedules

Responsibilities

Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and quality of assigned projects
Perform and direct internal and external resources in the detailed design of medium to extra high voltage substations and transmission lines including, but not limited to: one-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, Station Electrical Assembly Drawings, cable and conduit plan and details, ground grid design and details, foundation plans and details, structural plans and details, control enclosure design and details, lightning protection plans, bills of materials, inter-discipline coordination activities, specify and select substation equipment, contribute to substation equipment specifications, construction support, facility studies, and site visits
Coordinate with Vendors / review and select vendors
Manage RFI's and information flow for projects
Perform QA/QC for deliverables to clients
Support PM with project reporting needs
Support proposal development
Support the mentorship and training of other team members
Shall understand and adhere to client standards and processes while working individually or within a team to complete complex and technically challenging designs

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Wellness Incentive Programs
Short and Long Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Legal Assistance
Identity Protection
Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The annual base pay for this role is between $100,000 - $140,000. The actual pay is dependent upon many factors, including: location, work experience, education, training, transferable skills, business needs, and market conditions. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. The role may also be eligible for vehicle allowance and bonus.