Substation Design Engineer

Substation Design Engineer – Electrical Consultants, Inc.

Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) is a leading power engineering consultant firm that provides engineering, system planning and studies, technical consultation, project management, surveying, environmental planning, commissioning/testing and construction services to electric utilities, energy developers and industrials throughout the U.S. Our experience includes system voltages from 4.16 kV through 765 kV.

ECI has immediate openings for Design Engineers in Billings, MT. The successful applicant may be subject to client‑mandated drug and background checking. Occasional travel/driving is required; therefore, the successful applicant will be subject to ECI's auto insurance carrier requirements. Applicants must not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H‑1B visa status) now or in the future.

• Conceptual, preliminary and final detailed design of new, upgraded and expanded substations, including material procurement, construction and commissioning/startup support through energization.
• Development and delivery of physical, electrical, civil and communication design studies, calculations, drawings, exhibits and specifications.
• Coordination, quality control and oversight of designers, drafters and support staff under the oversight and mentorship of a Project Engineer.
• Coordination with ECI's subject matter expert discipline groups such as Distribution Studies, Transmission Studies, Grounding Studies, Protection (relay coordination and settings), Civil Engineering, Communication (SCADA Integration) and Transmission & Distribution Engineering.

• Bachelor of Science or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering required; design engineering experience is a plus.
• Fundamental knowledge of power engineering principals and applicable codes and standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong organization and planning skills, ability to work in a team environment, commitment to quality and accuracy, and willingness to meet fast‑paced project schedules.
• Commitment to progress towards PE licensure is encouraged.

Salary commensurate with experience and education.

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k), profit sharing and employee stock ownership plan
• Paid vacation, personal days and holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Continued professional education reimbursement

An Equal Opportunity Employer