Substation P&C Design Engineer

Overview

Design and delivery of HV/EHV substation protection & control projects.

Key Responsibilities

• substation design
• power calculations
• construction support
• hv/ehv projects
• scada integration
• p&c packages

Tasks

-Perform substation studies and calculations including: AC auxiliary system sizing, battery sizing and voltage drop. -Provide construction support and interdisciplinary coordination. -Perform the engineering design, technical strategy, and delivery of HV and EHV substation projects for power utilities and for the interconnection of renewables and data centers. -Prepare substation P&C design packages including: single‐line diagrams, protection and control schematics, elementary and wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, control house specification, cable schedules, and bills of materials to quality, time and budget requirements.

Requirements

• substation design
• autocad
• iec61850
• electrical engineering
• pe license
• 4+ yrs

What You Bring

This position can be worked out of our Houston, Dallas or Austin offices. We are seeking a Substation Protection & Control Design Engineer with technical experience in the design of HV substations for power utilities and for the interconnection of renewables and data centers. In this role you will support the delivery of substation detailed design projects from the conceptual phase through design completion for electric utilities, contractors and developers. You will be the technical interface with clients and internal team members. -Proven 4+ years experience in 15kV through 345kV P&C utility substation design and IEEE/ANSI standards. -Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university. -The ability to prioritize work effectively, manage deadlines and organization skills required for our rapidly changing environment. -Excellent communication skills — able to interact with clients, regulatory bodies, vendors, and internal stakeholders. Ability to represent the company credibly. -Willingness to travel occasionally as needed (site visits, client/vendor meetings). -Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) preferred. -Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, as needed, to achieve agreed goals and results. -Experience performing P&C design in AutoCAD Electrical is preferred. -Experience with IEC61850 design is preferred.

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Benefits

Benefits at Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm’s financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do. We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve. Hiring Range – The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Houston is $94,200 to $115,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Houston will differ.

About Arup

-Specializing in infrastructure, architecture, engineering, and urban planning. -Portfolio spans globally recognized projects, from landmark buildings to major transportation systems. -Engineers, designers, and planners deliver cutting-edge, innovative solutions that anticipate future needs. -Key projects include the Sydney Opera House, Crossrail in London, and the Eden Project in the UK. -Collaborative approach integrates diverse disciplines to create solutions that drive progress and innovation. -A global leader in engineering consultancy with a unique culture prioritizing creativity and client-centered solutions.

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