Senior/Lead Electrical Substation Design Engineer

Nexus Engineering Group

The Role

Overview

Lead design engineer for high‑voltage substations, managing projects and technical work.

Key Responsibilities

  • technical guidance
  • team leadership
  • substation design
  • engineering docs
  • project scheduling
  • budget management

Tasks

-Provide technical expertise and guidance on electrical substation engineering projects -Lead and manage project teams of engineers and designers in the design of electrical substations -Prepare/create engineering documents for the installation of new, or modifications to existing substations, including: one-lines, 3-lines, schematics, bill of materials, and relay panel arrangements -Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget

Requirements

  • eit
  • pe
  • electrical eng
  • high voltage
  • substation design
  • 5+ years

What You Bring

-EIT certification desired, PE certification a plus -Ability to work effectively in a team and present positive image to clients -Project scoping and site walkdowns, travel to various substations is part of this job (Travel less than 5%) -Excellent verbal and written communication skills -Project lead experience developing engineering schedules, budgets and forecasts -Good understanding of substation ground grid, rigid and strain bus, and raceway designs -Breaker and switch replacements (12kV-345kV) -Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering required -High voltage substation design (up to 34k kV) experience preferred -5+ years or experience in designing electrical distribution/control systems

Benefits

-Line, bus and transformer relay upgrades -Ring bus expansions

The Company

About Nexus Engineering Group

-Founded with a vision to provide forward-thinking engineering solutions, the company has grown into a global leader in the industry. -The company thrives on a rich history of successful projects in infrastructure, energy, and water resources, supporting both public and private sectors. -With a focus on sustainable development, the company offers expertise across multiple disciplines, ranging from energy and utilities to transport and infrastructure. -Notable projects include large-scale renewable energy initiatives, water resource management systems, and cutting-edge infrastructure developments. -With a forward-looking approach, the company is not only meeting today's engineering challenges but is also setting the stage for future innovations in the industry.

Sector Specialisms

Refining

Petroleum Midstream

Chemical

Manufacturing

Utility

Power

Energy

Renewables

Electrical Energy Distribution

Substation Engineering

Power Systems Analysis

Electrical Safety Solutions

Arc Flash Hazard Analysis

Procurement

Construction Management

Transmission Line Services

Project Controls

Asset & Information Management