Substation Engineer at Dashiell Corporation in Metairie, LA | Kablio

Role

Description

design docs

load flow

short circuit

engineering software

document mgmt

site visits

Work within a project team to create all design documents and drawings for a project, including creating wiring diagrams from schematics, generating bills of materials, and applying field mark-ups of project as-built drawings with minimal supervision
Properly use the document management system
Supervise project activities
Review project Schedules and work with a project engineer to ensure projects remain on schedule
Perform Engineering support tasks such as relay burden, lighting, load flow, and short circuit calculations with minimal supervision
Communicating effectively with co-workers, vendors, clients, etc.
Apply corporate standard engineering practices
Apply engineering application software to complete engineering tasks such as ground grid design, relay coordination, transformer sizing, and load flow and short circuit studies with minimal supervision
Communicate and coordinate project activities with project engineer, customer representatives, and others as needed
Bring potential project-related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the responsible party
Apply engineering standards including NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEEE and ANSI
Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work
Spend time at job sites to gain hands-on knowledge and additional training in substation construction and design

Requirements

engineering standards

relay coordination

substation

ac/dc

teamwork

word processing

Knowledge of engineering standards including NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEEE and ANSI
This position requires minimal physical effort.
Experience in the design of connection drawings and cabling
Familiarity with electrical relays currently utilized in the electric power utility industry
Knowledge and understanding of per-unit mathematics and symmetrical components
Must be able and willing to travel overnight for trainings and/or meetings as required (10%)
Knowledge and understanding of three phase power systems
Must be able to endure prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer for a minimum of 8 hours a day
Strong knowledge of AC/DC fundamentals
Knowledge of design documents and drawings necessary to complete a projects
Travel out of town for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments
Ability to work in a team environment.
Experience in application of relays and metering in an electrical substation at 138kV and above
Relay coordination experience is a plus
Knowledge and understanding of substation components and their functions
May occasionally lift up to 25 pounds at a time.
Experience in the design of electrical schematics for relay applications and control systems
Knowledge of common word processing, spreadsheet, and e-mail software

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

no visa sponsorship; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the u.s.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1980

Years in Business

The company has been providing integrated engineering, construction, and maintenance services in the electrical infrastructure sector.

Specializes in the electrical infrastructure sector, offering services across design, construction, and long-term operations.
Projects span various industries, with a particular focus on utilities, energy, and industrial sectors.
Known for delivering complex, large-scale projects involving high voltage systems, substations, and transmission lines.
Works closely with a diverse range of clients, including government agencies, utility companies, and private industries.
Has a strong track record of successful project completions on time and within budget.

Culture + Values

45+ Engineers

Licensed Professionals

The team includes over 45 licensed Professional Engineers, demonstrating a commitment to structured development and expertise.

Placing safety as a core value, with the goal to end each day without injury or damage to equipment, property, or the environment.
Safety culture involves planning with failure in mind and continuously improving by learning from each job.
Offering single-source solutions that focus on cost-conscious, schedule-driven, safe, and quality project delivery.
Providing turnkey services, from engineering to commissioning, under one provider for seamless project management.

Environment + Sustainability

Below National Average

OSHA Recordables

The company's workplace safety performance for OSHA recordables is well below the national average, indicating strong operational environmental and safety performance.

Environmental Policy commits to identifying legal requirements and implementing programs, policies and procedures to assure compliance.
Employ systems and procedures to prevent unauthorized releases to air, land and water, with safe waste treatment and disposal.
Continuous improvement through regular review of policies, procedures and behaviors to reduce environmental impact.
Communicates environmental commitment to employees, contractors, customers and external stakeholders.
Prioritizes environmental impacts in everyday decisions and major capital investments.
Achieves industry‑leading environmental stewardship, selected for most environmentally sensitive projects.
Net‑zero target: Not publicly stated.

Inclusion & Diversity

No public DEI strategy, targets, or gender‑related statistics available.

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Role

Description

design docs

load flow

short circuit

engineering software

document mgmt

site visits

Work within a project team to create all design documents and drawings for a project, including creating wiring diagrams from schematics, generating bills of materials, and applying field mark-ups of project as-built drawings with minimal supervision
Properly use the document management system
Supervise project activities
Review project Schedules and work with a project engineer to ensure projects remain on schedule
Perform Engineering support tasks such as relay burden, lighting, load flow, and short circuit calculations with minimal supervision
Communicating effectively with co-workers, vendors, clients, etc.
Apply corporate standard engineering practices
Apply engineering application software to complete engineering tasks such as ground grid design, relay coordination, transformer sizing, and load flow and short circuit studies with minimal supervision
Communicate and coordinate project activities with project engineer, customer representatives, and others as needed
Bring potential project-related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the responsible party
Apply engineering standards including NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEEE and ANSI
Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work
Spend time at job sites to gain hands-on knowledge and additional training in substation construction and design

Requirements

engineering standards

relay coordination

substation

ac/dc

teamwork

word processing

Knowledge of engineering standards including NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEEE and ANSI
This position requires minimal physical effort.
Experience in the design of connection drawings and cabling
Familiarity with electrical relays currently utilized in the electric power utility industry
Knowledge and understanding of per-unit mathematics and symmetrical components
Must be able and willing to travel overnight for trainings and/or meetings as required (10%)
Knowledge and understanding of three phase power systems
Must be able to endure prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer for a minimum of 8 hours a day
Strong knowledge of AC/DC fundamentals
Knowledge of design documents and drawings necessary to complete a projects
Travel out of town for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments
Ability to work in a team environment.
Experience in application of relays and metering in an electrical substation at 138kV and above
Relay coordination experience is a plus
Knowledge and understanding of substation components and their functions
May occasionally lift up to 25 pounds at a time.
Experience in the design of electrical schematics for relay applications and control systems
Knowledge of common word processing, spreadsheet, and e-mail software

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

no visa sponsorship; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the u.s.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1980

Years in Business

The company has been providing integrated engineering, construction, and maintenance services in the electrical infrastructure sector.

Specializes in the electrical infrastructure sector, offering services across design, construction, and long-term operations.
Projects span various industries, with a particular focus on utilities, energy, and industrial sectors.
Known for delivering complex, large-scale projects involving high voltage systems, substations, and transmission lines.
Works closely with a diverse range of clients, including government agencies, utility companies, and private industries.
Has a strong track record of successful project completions on time and within budget.

Culture + Values

45+ Engineers

Licensed Professionals

The team includes over 45 licensed Professional Engineers, demonstrating a commitment to structured development and expertise.

Placing safety as a core value, with the goal to end each day without injury or damage to equipment, property, or the environment.
Safety culture involves planning with failure in mind and continuously improving by learning from each job.
Offering single-source solutions that focus on cost-conscious, schedule-driven, safe, and quality project delivery.
Providing turnkey services, from engineering to commissioning, under one provider for seamless project management.

Environment + Sustainability

Below National Average

OSHA Recordables

The company's workplace safety performance for OSHA recordables is well below the national average, indicating strong operational environmental and safety performance.

Environmental Policy commits to identifying legal requirements and implementing programs, policies and procedures to assure compliance.
Employ systems and procedures to prevent unauthorized releases to air, land and water, with safe waste treatment and disposal.
Continuous improvement through regular review of policies, procedures and behaviors to reduce environmental impact.
Communicates environmental commitment to employees, contractors, customers and external stakeholders.
Prioritizes environmental impacts in everyday decisions and major capital investments.
Achieves industry‑leading environmental stewardship, selected for most environmentally sensitive projects.
Net‑zero target: Not publicly stated.

Inclusion & Diversity

No public DEI strategy, targets, or gender‑related statistics available.

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