Substation Physical Engineer III - Electrical Design
Timmons Group
Lead design and supervision of substation engineering projects.
23 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Charlotte, NC
Office Full-Time
Company Size
984 Employees
Service Specialisms
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
Environmental Services
GIS/Geospatial Technology
Landscape Architecture
Surveying Services
Economic Development
Infrastructure Design
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Commercial
Retail
Mission Critical & Data Centers
Healthcare
Economic Development
Site Selection
Role
What you would be doing
calculations
system sizing
substation design
equipment specs
cost estimation
design coordination
- Prepare calculations for studies and reports (grounding, lighting protection, insulation coordination studies, etc.)
- System sizing studies
- Develop scopes of work, conceptual designs, and execution plans
- Arrangement of substation structure elements, and associate equipment and their foundations
- Provide guidance and mentoring to less experienced team members
- Prepare equipment specifications for procurement and participate in factory acceptance testing
- Physical substation design including yard layouts, plans, and details, grounding plan, lightning protection, control building, exterior raceway systems, and develop complete bills of material
- Regularly meet and correspond with clients or outside personnel
- Develop section views and other detail drawings that show structures, prepare equipment and bus work installation drawings
- Provide short term field support during construction
- Prepare engineering cost and man-hour estimates and schedules
- Coordinate design activities with other departments (Civil/Structural, Networks, Transmission Line, etc.)
What you bring
pe
autocad
bachelor's
7 years
problem solving
nec
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills
- Professional Engineer (PE) is preferred
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with National Electrical Safety Code and IEEE / ANSI Standards
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering from accredited program
- Minimum 7 years related experience (completion of master's degree in related field may be substituted for one year of experience)
- Knowledge of computer drafting tools such as AutoCAD preferred
- Capability of solving difficult problems that require adaptation and modification of standard approaches, techniques, procedures. and criteria
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Company
Overview
1953 Founded
Year Established
The company was established in 1953 in Richmond, VA.
- Evolved from a civil engineering base into a full-service design and technology firm.
- Broadened capabilities to include environmental services, GIS/geospatial technology, landscape architecture, and surveying.
- Designs infrastructure—from roads and bridges to water systems—while also shaping landscapes and mapping communities.
- Strong track record in civil, environmental, geotechnical, structural, infrastructure, and surveying projects.
- Work spans public and private sectors.
- Delivered tens of thousands of projects using analytical, data-driven site-selection tools and advanced design methods.
- Typical projects include infrastructure upgrades, land development, environmental assessments, and urban landscape transformation.
- Combines engineering, design, and technology for interdisciplinary solutions—from geospatial visualization to cloud asset management.
- Stand out for combining regional roots with broad technical depth and a history of growth recognized by ENR and Inc.
- Excellence – We strive to exceed client expectations and provide exceptional services.
- Collaboration – Building lasting relationships through teamwork and trust.
- Integrity – Doing the right thing every time.
- Innovation – Delivering creative solutions through the latest technology and forward-thinking practices.
- Client Focus – We build strong client relationships and always put their needs first.
- Accountability – We take responsibility for our actions and outcomes.
Net Zero
Carbon Emissions Goal
Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions, demonstrating a strong focus on reducing environmental impact.
- Commitment to sustainability through responsible design, construction, and development.
- Implementing eco-friendly practices across all projects, including energy-efficient and low-impact designs.
- Continuous improvement in energy conservation, waste reduction, and resource management.
- Partnering with clients to achieve sustainable solutions that balance environmental, social, and economic goals.
- Committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive.
- Prioritizing gender-related goals to ensure equitable representation.
- Building a workplace that values diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds.
- Offering ongoing training and support programs to foster inclusivity.
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