Substation Engineer

AES•Indianapolis, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

AES Indiana is seeking a substation engineering professional in Indianapolis, Indiana, in Physical/Electrical or Civil/Structural engineering. The role involves designing and implementing projects for new and existing utility substations ranging from 13.2 kV to 345 kV. Candidates at all experience levels will be considered, and compensation will be commensurate with experience. The engineer develops and executes utility substation designs, calculations, and studies, working independently or with a team to design, review, direct, and support projects of varying complexity and scope. The position collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to deliver reliable solutions for customers and the community. Work includes coordinating designs, supporting procurement and construction, and managing project documentation, schedules, and budgets.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
Ability to work both as a team member and independently.
Strong interpersonal communication skills, including strong written and oral English communication.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Ability to apply engineering principles and theory.
Ability to assess and recommend solutions for routine projects.
Familiarity with electric transmission and distribution grids and systems.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Good presentation skills and ability to lead meetings.
Ability to prioritize, plan, and perform assigned work in an organized manner.
Good judgment, initiative, and proactiveness.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to mentor less experienced engineers.
Competency in developing and executing strategy and managing day-to-day operations.
Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with others and with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

AutoCAD software skills.
Professional Engineer registration or a plan to become registered.
Previous electric utility experience.

Responsibilities

Execute day-to-day projects within the substation engineering group.
Conduct engineering studies and design calculations for installation of new and replacement substation equipment.
Perform physical substation engineering design, including general arrangements; electrical plan and section drawings; cable, conduit, grounding, raceway, and shielding plans; and bus work calculations.
Create or review foundation and structural designs.
Develop bills of materials.
Evaluate geotechnical analysis information and apply it to substation designs.
Design or evaluate site civil plans for grading, access, drainage, soil erosion, and sediment control.
Create material lists and takeoffs from engineering designs.
Apply industry standards to engineering designs.
Iterate designs to balance cost, project scope, constructability, and consistency with existing practices.
Coordinate design activities with multidisciplinary project team members.
Represent AES Indiana to the public and its customers.
Develop equipment and services specifications.
Develop construction schedules and budgets.
Manage project documents and records.
Assist with equipment procurement.
Support construction activities with technical expertise and onsite technical direction when required.