Substation Design Engineer

Electrical Consultants • Meridian, ID

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About The Position

Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) is a leading power engineering consultant firm that provides engineering, system planning and studies, technical consultation, project management, surveying, environmental planning, commissioning/testing and construction services to electric utilities, energy developers and industrials throughout the U.S. Our experience includes system voltages from 4.16 kV through 765 kV. ECI has immediate openings for substation design engineers of all experience levels. Responsibilities include the conceptual, preliminary and final detailed design of new, upgraded and expanded substations, including material procurement, construction and commissioning/startup support through energization. Engineering responsibilities include the development and delivery of physical, electrical, civil and communication design studies, calculations, drawings, exhibits and specifications. Under the oversight and mentorship of a Project Engineer, Design Engineers assist in the execution of best-in-class projects, including coordination, quality control and oversight of designers, drafters and support staff. Completion of specialized tasks is coordinated with ECI's subject matter expert discipline groups such as Distribution Studies, Transmission Studies, Grounding Studies, Protection (relay coordination and settings), Civil Engineering, Communication (SCADA Integration) and Transmission & Distribution Engineering.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering required
• Design engineering experience is a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organization and planning skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Commitment to quality and accuracy
• Willingness to meet fast-paced project schedules
• Fundamental knowledge of power engineering principles and applicable codes and standards
• Commitment to progress towards PE licensure is encouraged
• Subject to client-mandated drug and background checking
• Occasional travel/driving required

Responsibilities

• Conceptual, preliminary and final detailed design of new, upgraded and expanded substations
• Material procurement
• Construction and commissioning/startup support through energization
• Development and delivery of physical, electrical, civil and communication design studies
• Calculations, drawings, exhibits and specifications
• Coordination, quality control and oversight of designers, drafters and support staff

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k), profit sharing and employee stock ownership plan
• Paid vacation, personal days and holidays
• Continued professional education reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree