Substation Electrical Engineer
Location Richmond
Secondary Locations
Job Code 18087
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Substation Electrical Engineer
Job Summary
POWER Engineers, a member of WSP, is seeking a skilled Substation Electrical Engineer to support engineering activities for electrical substations. This position, classified as Electrical Engineer II or III, will collaborate with our substation design teams within the Power Delivery Substation Department in our Richmond, Virginia office. A hybrid or in-office work environment is preferred, a fully remote role may be considered for candidates with the right experience and proven ability to work independently.
Responsibilities
The Substation Electrical Engineer will share responsibility with the rest of the department to produce a product consistent with POWER's mission statement and our culture. The Substation Electrical Engineer is expected to support the Department Manager/Area Lead (DM/AL) in achieving the goals of the department, maintain POWER's high-quality standards, promote internal teamwork and meet the needs of our clients. This position is also responsible assisting with developing, maintaining and strengthening client relationships within the region.
Support AL/DM with the management of relationships with alliance clients
Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and quality of assigned projects
Perform and direct others in the detailed design of medium to extra high voltage substations including, but not limited to
One-line diagrams
Schematics
Wiring diagrams
SCADA
Communications
Station physical layouts
Sections/Elevations
Cable and conduit plans and details
Ground grid design and details
Foundation plans and details
Structural plans and details
Control enclosure design and details
Lightning protection plans
Yard lighting plans
Bills of Materials
Inter-discipline coordination activities
Specify and select substation equipment
Contribute to substation equipment specifications
Construction support
Facility studies
Site visits
Perform QA/QC for deliverables to clients
Support Project Manager and Project Engineer with project reporting needs
Support proposal development
Support the mentorship and training of other team members
Shall understand and adhere to client standards and processes while working individually or within a team to complete complex and technically challenging designs
Occasional travel
Required Education/Experience
Ability to function as a Substation Electrical Engineer for the Richmond location of our Substation Business Unit
BSEE (BS Electrical Engineering), BSEET (BS Electrical Engineering Technology) degree, or equivalent technical education
3+ years of experience in substation design
Experience in 15kV through 230kV substation design and IEEE/ANSI standards
Experience filling the role of electrical engineer for several substation projects occurring concurrently
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, with an emphasis on Excel and Word
Demonstrate the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, tracking and organizing many tasks of varying importance and size
Proven ability and desire to mentor and help others
Strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills in order to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel
Legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without the need for work sponsorship
Desired Education/Experience
5+ years of experience in substation design
Experience in 230kV through 500kV substation design and IEEE/ANSI standards
Professional Engineering (PE) license
Experience managing people on a project team
Experience with MicroStation (V8 or newer)
POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, POWER and WSP's 73,900 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you'll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world's most challenging projects.
At POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.
Our compensation package includes competitive compensation, professional development, and a full benefit package:
Medical/Dental/Vision
Paid Holidays
Vacation/Paid Sick Leave
Voluntary Life Insurance
401K
Telehealth Benefit covers all providers
Maternity and Paternity Leave
New Dads and Moms Benefit program
Fertility Benefits
Gender affirming care
We are a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!
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POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities
