Substation Engineer Consultant 2 - Grid
About The Position
The Substation Engineer Consultant 2 manages project teams of engineers, designers, estimators, controls professionals, and scheduling professionals working on the design, modification, and analysis of new and existing high-voltage substations. The role supports individual projects through large-scale engineering-only, Engineer Procure, and EPC projects, and coordinates electrical engineering design with civil, structural, transmission-line, and other project stakeholders. The position is hybrid, with an expectation of three days per week in the office and two days working remotely. A generous relocation package may be available depending on location. The role includes leading project execution to achieve high-quality results on time and within budget; coordinating systems design to comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements; identifying and managing scope changes; reviewing technical and project documents; communicating with clients; supporting business development; and mentoring team members. The position requires a Bachelor of Science in Engineering and at least 10 years of experience in the design engineering and/or management of high-voltage utility-type projects. The employer does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering.
- Specific experience in project management of utility transmission, substation, or energy projects.
- Knowledge of engineering standards including NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEC, IEEE, and ANSI.
- 10 or more years of experience in the design engineering and/or management of high-voltage utility-type projects.
- Experience involving preparation, oversight, or management of scopes of work; development of conceptual layouts; determination of design basis; selection of equipment and materials; and preparation and assembly of calculations and specifications.
- Experience serving as a firm/client liaison in a support, engineering, or management role.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience writing proposals.
- Experience in cost allocation and control, estimating, proposal preparation, and risk assessment programs and techniques.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Experience executing projects under multiple contract arrangements, such as EPC, Owner’s Engineer, traditional, or joint venture arrangements.
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering preferred.
- Degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
- Advanced management or business degree or certification.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- PMP certification.
- Construction and start-up experience.
- Commissioning experience.
- Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies relevant to the role; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued but not required.
Responsibilities
- Manage project teams involved in the design, modification, and analysis of new and existing high-voltage substations.
- Support assignments ranging from individual projects and major programs to large-scale engineering-only, Engineer Procure, and EPC projects.
- Direct the team lead in coordinating detailed design phases for all aspects of electrical engineering work.
- Coordinate and manage work by other project stakeholders, including civil, structural, and transmission-line teams.
- Lead efforts to complete projects with high quality, on time, and within budget.
- Identify and track potential out-of-scope work, develop and provide scope changes, and coordinate client approval.
- Coordinate systems design activities to ensure installation and operation comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements.
- Collaborate with staff locally and nationwide.
- Prepare reports and studies that clearly and concisely present technical information and meet client requirements and company formats.
- Review work performed by others, including calculations, drawings, reports, material and construction specifications, and procurement specifications.
- Communicate directly with clients, providing project and account support.
- Support business development opportunities with existing and potential clients.
- Independently review work performed by others, including scopes of work, proposals, procurement specifications, and contract documents.
- Develop and mentor team members.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision health plans.
- Life and accident insurance.
- Disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Back-up daycare.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
- 401(k).
- Pre-tax commuter account.
- Merit scholarship program.
- Employee discount program.
- Corporate charitable giving program.
- Tuition assistance.
- First professional licensure bonus.
- Employee referral bonus.
- Paid annual personal/sick time.
- Paid vacation.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid parental leave.
- Paid bereavement leave.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Potential eligibility to participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.
- Relocation package, depending on location.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
