Design Engineer - Substation at Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group in Portland, OR | Kablio

Role

Description

substation design

quality review

design drawings

engineering standards

control schematics

engineering calculations

Design physical substation components, including yard layouts, grounding, lightning protection, control building arrangements, raceways, and auxiliary AC/DC power systems.
Communicating effectively with co-workers
Perform quality reviews to check for inaccuracies, omissions, or compliance issues, and provide recommendations.
Bring potential project-related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the stakeholders.
Develop design drawings, calculations, and bills of material from engineering documents for planning, construction, operation, and maintenance.
Ensure project team applies engineering standards including NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEEE and ANSI
Work collaboratively with engineers and project teams to develop solutions and modifications as needed.
Develop protection and control schematics, wiring diagrams, cable lists and panel layouts.
Maintain detailed project documentation and support engineering calculations.
Conduct engineering calculations, including voltage drop, cable pulling, flicker analysis, and grounding analysis.

Requirements

engineering degree

fe exam

office software

travel

design experience

communication

Excellent oral and written communication skills
Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
Travel out of town for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments.
Word processing, spread sheet, and e-mail software.
Curiosity for and willingness to learn about the major components of a substation is required. Basic knowledge of these components is a plus. Previous design or construction experience is highly desirable.
Role will require travel as necessary to achieve job responsibilities, up to 10-25% of the time.
Able to deal with ambiguity and ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and determine priorities in a complex environment.
Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam is highly desirable; this is required for the Design Engineer 4 band.
No experience required in the electric utility industry for entry level positions. More experience performing detailed design for high voltage substation projects could result in a higher-level position.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
Professional development opportunities.
Competitive salary – overtime is available.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded with a mission to revolutionize infrastructure solutions, the company has become a key player in transforming industries worldwide.
Provides integrated solutions across energy, utilities, infrastructure, and more, serving both public and private sectors.
Specializes in complex, large-scale projects requiring innovative approaches, from utility grid enhancements to heavy civil constructions.
Handles projects with high complexity, precision, and safety requirements across critical sectors.
Known for advancing utility infrastructures, contributing to resilient and sustainable energy solutions.
Combines cutting-edge technology with expertise to deliver impactful results globally.
Offers services catering to both traditional infrastructure and emerging industries like renewable energy.

Culture + Values

To be the trusted leader in providing comprehensive energy infrastructure solutions for an evolving world.
We value our family of employees and build strong teams.
We ensure a safe work environment for our employees, customers, & contractors.
We use innovative technology and process improvement.
We honor our commitments.
We are better together.

Environment + Sustainability

$6.2B

Renewable Energy Solutions

Generated $6.2 billion in revenues from renewable energy infrastructure solutions in 2023.

4.3GW

Utility-Scale Projects

Constructed 4.3 gigawatts of utility-scale wind, solar, and battery storage capacity in 2023.

100GW

Renewable Capacity Target

Committed to building at least 100 gigawatts of renewable energy capacity by 2035 or earlier.

%3.5

CO₂ Emissions Intensity

Reduced Scope 1 CO₂ emissions intensity by 3.5% year-over-year in 2023.

Independent third-party limited assurance verification obtained for 2023 Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions.
Committed to reduce Scope 1 CO₂ intensity by at least 30% by 2040.
Goal: Source renewable energy equivalent to 100% of electricity consumption at North American facilities.

Inclusion & Diversity

45% Board Diversity

Board Composition

Achieved 45% gender diversity on the board in 2023, demonstrating commitment to inclusive leadership.

20% Student Growth

Educational Outreach

Increased the number of students trained through campus and mobile programs by 20% year-over-year.

15% Safety Improvement

Workplace Safety

Reduced the 'Stuff That Kills You' (STKY) actual rate by 15% year-over-year, enhancing worker safety.

54% Long-Term Safety Gain

Progressive Safety

Achieved a 54% reduction in 'Stuff That Kills You' (STKY) actual rate since 2019, reflecting long-term safety improvements.

Supplier Code of Conduct launched (includes accessibility, environmental priorities, human rights)

Articles

Contact

Home (Service Delivery Models)

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Role

Description

substation design

quality review

design drawings

engineering standards

control schematics

engineering calculations

Design physical substation components, including yard layouts, grounding, lightning protection, control building arrangements, raceways, and auxiliary AC/DC power systems.
Communicating effectively with co-workers
Perform quality reviews to check for inaccuracies, omissions, or compliance issues, and provide recommendations.
Bring potential project-related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the stakeholders.
Develop design drawings, calculations, and bills of material from engineering documents for planning, construction, operation, and maintenance.
Ensure project team applies engineering standards including NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEEE and ANSI
Work collaboratively with engineers and project teams to develop solutions and modifications as needed.
Develop protection and control schematics, wiring diagrams, cable lists and panel layouts.
Maintain detailed project documentation and support engineering calculations.
Conduct engineering calculations, including voltage drop, cable pulling, flicker analysis, and grounding analysis.

Requirements

engineering degree

fe exam

office software

travel

design experience

communication

Excellent oral and written communication skills
Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
Travel out of town for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments.
Word processing, spread sheet, and e-mail software.
Curiosity for and willingness to learn about the major components of a substation is required. Basic knowledge of these components is a plus. Previous design or construction experience is highly desirable.
Role will require travel as necessary to achieve job responsibilities, up to 10-25% of the time.
Able to deal with ambiguity and ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and determine priorities in a complex environment.
Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam is highly desirable; this is required for the Design Engineer 4 band.
No experience required in the electric utility industry for entry level positions. More experience performing detailed design for high voltage substation projects could result in a higher-level position.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
Professional development opportunities.
Competitive salary – overtime is available.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded with a mission to revolutionize infrastructure solutions, the company has become a key player in transforming industries worldwide.
Provides integrated solutions across energy, utilities, infrastructure, and more, serving both public and private sectors.
Specializes in complex, large-scale projects requiring innovative approaches, from utility grid enhancements to heavy civil constructions.
Handles projects with high complexity, precision, and safety requirements across critical sectors.
Known for advancing utility infrastructures, contributing to resilient and sustainable energy solutions.
Combines cutting-edge technology with expertise to deliver impactful results globally.
Offers services catering to both traditional infrastructure and emerging industries like renewable energy.

Culture + Values

To be the trusted leader in providing comprehensive energy infrastructure solutions for an evolving world.
We value our family of employees and build strong teams.
We ensure a safe work environment for our employees, customers, & contractors.
We use innovative technology and process improvement.
We honor our commitments.
We are better together.

Environment + Sustainability

$6.2B

Renewable Energy Solutions

Generated $6.2 billion in revenues from renewable energy infrastructure solutions in 2023.

4.3GW

Utility-Scale Projects

Constructed 4.3 gigawatts of utility-scale wind, solar, and battery storage capacity in 2023.

100GW

Renewable Capacity Target

Committed to building at least 100 gigawatts of renewable energy capacity by 2035 or earlier.

%3.5

CO₂ Emissions Intensity

Reduced Scope 1 CO₂ emissions intensity by 3.5% year-over-year in 2023.

Independent third-party limited assurance verification obtained for 2023 Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions.
Committed to reduce Scope 1 CO₂ intensity by at least 30% by 2040.
Goal: Source renewable energy equivalent to 100% of electricity consumption at North American facilities.

Inclusion & Diversity

45% Board Diversity

Board Composition

Achieved 45% gender diversity on the board in 2023, demonstrating commitment to inclusive leadership.

20% Student Growth

Educational Outreach

Increased the number of students trained through campus and mobile programs by 20% year-over-year.

15% Safety Improvement

Workplace Safety

Reduced the 'Stuff That Kills You' (STKY) actual rate by 15% year-over-year, enhancing worker safety.

54% Long-Term Safety Gain

Progressive Safety

Achieved a 54% reduction in 'Stuff That Kills You' (STKY) actual rate since 2019, reflecting long-term safety improvements.

Supplier Code of Conduct launched (includes accessibility, environmental priorities, human rights)

Articles

Contact

Home (Service Delivery Models)

LinkedIn Profile