Substation Designer

NV5

114d

About The Position

At NV5, we understand the intricacies of the power delivery business and offer tailored expertise to address these challenges head-on. Leveraging cutting-edge technology and advanced methodologies, we provide comprehensive solutions to enhance substation, transmission line and distribution engineering performance and reliability. By harnessing our expertise and cutting-edge technology, NV5 empowers power delivery clients to overcome challenges, enhance reliability, and meet the demands of an evolving energy landscape. As our Civil/Structural Designer (Substation) you will create highly detailed technical designs for additions and modifications to the distribution and transmission utility systems from the onset of the projects through their completion. You will independently and under the direction of senior designers and engineers manage concurrent projects related to designing Substation electric facilities and ensuring compliance with company standards, government regulations and tariffs. You will work as part of a project team on multiple projects, prioritizing tasks and communicating effectively, while also managing and maintain design records and files, complete as-built drawings, and create various permit drawings. Join us in embracing innovative solutions that drive efficiency and resilience in substation engineering.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in the Substation Design/Power Delivery Field.
• Experience with physical layouts, electrical elevations, plans (foundation, grounding, and raceway), and bills of materials including selection of non-standard equipment.
• Ability to interpret and apply standards including IEEE, IEC, NESC, and client standards.
• Experience with power system calculations (AC panel sizing, DC panel and battery sizing, Voltage Drop Calculations, Cable Sizing, etc.) is a plus.
• Knowledge of substation physical equipment is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction drawings, documents, calculations, and studies for medium and high voltage substation projects.
• Responsible for technical delivery of power delivery engineering projects or tasks.
• Prepare calculations, studies, and reports for substation and power systems projects meeting internal and client standards and requirements.
• Apply engineering design principles and practices including formulas.
• Work with small project teams to execute substation projects.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k)
• Professional development/advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level