Substation Designer

Meade Engineering • Tempe, AZ

1d • Remote

About The Position

MEI is seeking a skilled Substation Design Engineer to lead the development of high-voltage substation design packages for utility, industrial, and commercial projects. This role involves designing substations using applicable codes, standards, and client requirements, with responsibilities ranging from layout and grounding to material specifications and calculations. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple design packages in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Occasional travel may be required for site visits or client meetings.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering required.
• 5+ years of experience in substation physical design.
• Experience in directly related to working with electricity, preferably in utilities.
• Must have strong knowledge of AutoCAD Microsoft Office product application.
• Excellent document management and organization skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task and work with a variety of projects and deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Design substations utilizing applicable codes and client standards (if available). Typical design to include general arrangement, equipment and electrical layout, elevation views, cable trench, grounding, conduit drawings, details, bills of material, and AC and DC power systems.
• Design ground grids based on applicable codes utilizing industry available software.
• Design lightning protection and grounding plans.
• Complete calculations such as AC and DC load, bus spans, and ampacity calculations.
• Create equipment and material specifications for procurement of engineered equipment as well as development of design scope and cost estimates.
• Complete conceptual designs and layouts for facility planning studies.
• Preparing additional support documentation as needed to assist procurement, construction , and operation/maintenance of systems being designed.
• Direct and/or participate in client meetings/job site visits to collect or deliver design and engineering data.
• Perform/Ensure company's Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes are been follow on all design packages.

Benefits

• All full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefit package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance with 100% of medical premiums covered by the employer, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, a 401(k), vacation time, paid holidays off, and yearly performance-based bonus eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level