Substation Design Engineer Entry Level

Description

• Attend job site meetings to gather scope of work.
• Assist with the development of substation P&C and/or physical design, including the preparation of field notes, drawings, specifications, and estimates.
• Communicate and coordinate project activities with project manager, client, and others as needed.
• Assist with engineering calculations such AC and DC load calculations required to properly size auxiliary systems.
• Utilize client and/or company information system to track and update design activities.
• Perform careful self-checking activities to ensure the quality of work before it is presented to senior design reviewers.
• Ensure all designs conform to our client’s and industry standards.
• Assist with engineering calculations such as conduit and bus sizing, lighting & lightning analysis, and grounding grid analysis.
• Prepare computer assisted design and construction drawings of a complex nature with neatness and a minimum of errors.
• May provide field support during construction.

Requirements

• The ability to move freely for up to 8 hours per day.
• Basic analytical, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Proficient using Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• The ability to sit/ stand for up to 8 hours per day.
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET approved college or university.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with substation design and construction standards for electric utilities in California is highly desirable.
• 1 - 3 years of experience working in substation design or similar with utility or consulting engineering firm.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification in electrical engineering preferred but not required.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance