Substation Engineer

Valdes Architecture & Engineering

The Role

Overview

Design and oversee high‑voltage substations, leading junior staff and client coordination.

Key Responsibilities

  • engineering coordination
  • construction sequencing
  • client interface
  • hardware specs
  • substation design
  • project drawings

Tasks

-Coordinate engineering details/drafting with multiple department designers to develop project drawings -Development of sequence of construction identifying pre-outage work -On-site interface with client engineering representatives and other discipline engineers -Control building and panel hardware specifications -Maintain positive business relationships with key client’s contacts throughout the project lifecycle -Coordinate with other design disciplines -Coordinate physical design for high voltage substations

Requirements

  • electrical engineering
  • substation design
  • skm
  • protection design
  • 3+ years
  • communication

What You Bring

-Must possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills -Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering -Familiarity with protection and controls design. -3+ years of experience working in substation design -Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future -Strong verbal and written communication skills -Solid Knowledge within the Electrical Engineering discipline with the capability and the initiative to perform the following tasks while supervising and mentoring junior staff members Assist staff with ensuring that engineering packages are completed on time and within budget -Ability to prepare design packages consisting of one-line diagram, site plan, electrical plans & sections, conduit plans/details, grounding plan/details, and bills of materials -Ability to communicate complicated issues in a simple manner -Knowledgeable in SKM electrical modeling software -Ability to multi-task and handle multiple priorities simultaneously

The Company

About Valdes Architecture & Engineering

-Specializes in creating innovative design solutions for complex infrastructure and industrial challenges. -Manages projects across sectors including energy, water resources, and heavy civil. -Known for a collaborative approach, delivering visionary designs with sustainability and efficiency. -Worked on numerous high-profile projects, from government infrastructure to large-scale commercial developments. -Continues to expand its reach, delivering impactful solutions worldwide.

Sector Specialisms

Architecture

Land Surveying

Professional Engineering

Structural Engineering

Transportation

Civil Engineering Design

Construction Engineering & Inspection

Stormwater Modeling

Electrical Engineering

Project Management

Mechanical Engineering

Safety Engineering

Public Sector Projects

Roadways

Bridges

Tollway Infrastructure

Vehicle Maintenance Facilities

Site Surveying

Construction Inspection

Project Controls

MicroStation / CAD / Civil 3D

NPDES Permitting

SWPPP Preparation

Drone Technology

Scheduling (P6 Primavera)

Visa Sponsorship

-must be able to work in the us without sponsorship now or in the future.