Substation Physical Engineer

LaBella Associates•Syracuse, NY

13h•$85,000 - $115,000

About The Position

We are currently looking for a Substation Physical Engineer with 5 + years' experience. The Building Engineering Division at LaBella provides complete building engineering services including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural engineering. Services range from feasibility studies and analysis through project design and construction. Our engineers are well versed in new construction, renovations, additions, analysis, special structures, and design/build projects for a variety of clients. This role can accelerate your career goals through immediate opportunities to lead, and comes with a competitive starting salary, incentive compensation, a comprehensive benefit package, and opportunities to become a LaBella shareholder.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical or Civil is preferred.
5 plus years of experience in Substation Physical design.
PE license or willingness to pursue
Desired knowledge of Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE), NERC, NEC, NESC, NEMA, and ANSI standards used in designing substation is critical.
Periodic travel, ability to visit project sites.

Responsibilities

Design the following portions of substations: Control building (relay panels, facilities, cable raceways, trays, etc.)
Busbar and strain bus
Equipment & support structures
Assembly drawings
Cables and connectors
Lightning protection and lighting
Grounding grid
Conduit and trenches
Perform calculations such as: Grounding Lighting and lightning Cable ampacity
Assist project manager to develop scope of work and conceptual design for the projects
Communicate and coordinate project activities with project manager, client, and others as needed